Wage Administrator, Germiston

Job Description

• Capture and process new appointments, promotions, demotions, and terminations timeously and accurately
  
• Manage, maintain, and update payroll and employee-related data
  
• Handle all employee payroll, biographical, and pay-related queries
  
• Ensure payroll and Time & Attendance tasks are completed within agreed timelines
  
• Prepare and submit payroll reports and payroll sheets to Finance and relevant departments
  
• Produce monthly wage cost reports for P&L forecast and finance meetings
  
• Report wage discrepancies identified on dummy payslips to management
  
• Issue UI19 forms and certificates of service to terminated employees after final payment
  
• Submit Provident Fund withdrawal applications to NBC for terminated employees
  
• Conduct employment confirmations with external parties
  
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date employee files and ensure confidentiality of payroll information
  
• Ensure payroll processing complies with company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation
  
• Provide financial interpretation relating to employee benefits, leave, time management, and remuneration
  
• Support management with payroll-related tasks, reports, and ad hoc queries
  

• Accurate and on-time submission of payroll reports and wage sheets
  
• Timely completion of payroll changes (appointments, promotions, terminations, etc.)
  
• Successful delivery of monthly wage cost reports for forecasting and P&L meetings
  
• Compliance with payroll legislation, company policies, and audit requirements
  
• Resolution of payroll and employee queries within agreed turnaround times
  
• Accuracy of payroll data and minimal payroll discrepancies
  
• Maintenance of complete, confidential, and up-to-date employee files
  
• Effective communication and support provided to management and finance teams
  

Requirements

• Matric (Senior Certificate)
  
• Payroll Certificate or equivalent payroll-related qualification
  
• Relevant Sage certifications
  
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• Minimum of 3 years’ experience at Payroll Administration level
  
• Practical experience with Payroll MIS in a customer-oriented service environment
  

• Sage 300
  
• Microsoft D365 modules
  
• CRS

• MS Excel
  
• MS Word
  
• MS Outlook
  
• Strong numerical aptitude and high attention to detail
  
• Continuous self-development mindset
  

• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively
  
• Strong problem analysis and reasoning skills
  
• High levels of integrity, confidentiality, and trust
  
• Stress tolerance and ability to work under pressure
  
• Innovative and solution-oriented
  

Requirements
Valid South African driver’s license Experience Minimum 7 years in payroll administration Practical Payroll MIS knowledge Experience in a customer-oriented service environment Knowledge of E@syfile & UIF applications Compulsory system knowledge SAGE 300 D365 modules Technical / Core Skills Advanced computer literacy (MS Office, specifically Excel and Word) Knowledge of employee-related legislation: BCEA, EEA, SDA, UICA, WCA, Labour Legislation (LRA), Income Tax, Bargaining Council regulations Continuous self-development and IT training Competencies Leadership and team management Accuracy and attention to detail Result-oriented, planning, and change management skills Customer/client focus and relationship building Analytical and mathematical skills Strong oral communication and listening Stress tolerance, energetic, self-starter, and team player