Payroll Administrator, Durban

Overview:

Our client in the Automotive Logistics sector is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage high-volume weekly wage payrolls and support monthly payroll processes. This role is based at Head Office in Durban and requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

You will be responsible for the full weekly wage payroll and monthly learner payroll — including processing, reconciliations, reporting, compliance, and supporting HR and Finance with related payroll queries. This is a high-pressure role requiring exceptional accuracy, organisation, and the ability to work to very tight timelines.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric
• 3 years relevant experience in a similar role
• Certificate in SAGE300 or similar
• 3 years relevant payroll experience in a similar role and having worked on SAGE300.

Key Responsibilities

Weekly Wage Payroll

• End-to-end wage payroll processing on Sage 300
• Reviewing timesheets, hours (V-Time), leave types, and discrepancies
• Banking detail maintenance, queries, backpay calculations
• Reconciliations: hours, headcount, net pay, cost centres
• Payslip printing and distribution; Netcash uploads
• Weekly payroll reporting and audit-ready filing

Monthly Payroll (incl. Learners)

• Full maintenance and processing of learner monthly payroll
• Headcount, leave, appointments, exits, and related reporting
• Support with monthly payroll reconciliations and queries

Reporting & Compliance

• Overtime, T&A, and weekly/monthly reconciliation files
• MIBCO and medical aid reconciliations
• Support with SARS submissions and statutory requirements
• UIF documents, certificates of service, IRP5s
• Ad-hoc payroll reporting as required

Key Competencies

• High accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and organisational ability
• Able to work under pressure and meet strict weekly deadlines
• Reliable, consistent, and accountable