Wage Administrator, Germiston

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent

Wage Administrator Germiston, South Africa | Posted on 04/02/2026

Red Ember is seeking a Wage Administrator, based in Germiston, Gauteng, to join our client’s team.

The Wage Administrator will be responsible for ensuring accuracy across all wage-related activities by performing the full administrative function of the wage payroll. This includes ensuring the accurate and timely payment of all employees in compliance with defined service level agreements as well as legislative and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

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

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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 timesAccuracy 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 Education&Qualifications

Matric (Senior Certificate)

Payroll Certificate or equivalent payroll-related qualification

Experience

Minimum of 3 years’ experience at Payroll Administration level

Practical experience with Payroll MIS in a customer-oriented service environment

Compulsory system knowledge

Sage 300

Microsoft D365 modules

CRS

Technical&IT Skills (Advanced proficiency in)

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

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