Payroll Administrator (Pinetown), Durban, South Africa

Pinetown Durban
Temporary Position

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their HR team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing high-volume payroll processing while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll for 450+ employees
• Capture and verify payroll data including overtime, deductions, allowances, and leave
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records
• Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation including PAYE, UIF, and SDL
• Prepare payroll reports for management and internal stakeholders
• Liaise with HR regarding employee movements and payroll adjustments
• Assist with payroll audits and supporting documentation

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Payroll, Finance, or HR
• 3–5 years' payroll administration experience
• Proven experience processing payroll for 450+ employees
• Proficiency in Sage 300 (non-negotiable)
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Non-Negotiable Requirements

• Fluent in isiZulu (spoken and written)
• Strong experience within high-volume payroll environments
• Ability to work with confidential information professionally and accurately

Preferred Experience

• Exposure to manufacturing or engineering environments will be advantageous
• Immediate availability is highly preferred due to the temporary nature of the role

Key Competencies

• High attention to detail
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational abilities