Payroll Administrator

Payroll AdministratorReports to – HR & Payroll ManagerPayroll Administration:Overseeing the efficient running and administration of payroll and assisting the HR & Payroll Manager with Payroll / HR administration.Responsible for payroll(s) of ± 400 staff.Checking accurate input and calculation of statutory deductions.Verify and capture all documentation received including but not limited to Overtime, Allowances, Deductions, Commissions, Garnishees, etc.Variance Reports of all input captured, and changes advised for the month to be compared to the previous month and any discrepancies to be advised and corrected before payroll is run.Reconciliation of the variance report after payroll run.Capture all leave for payroll, for those not on ESS.Approvals of leave on ESS.Prepare the payroll for review by the relevant Financial Manager.To work with line managers to support internal processes and ensure queries are resolved timeously.Maintain professional relationships with management team and line managers.Ensure all relevant payroll information is kept updated for all personnel and payroll input files.Be available to employees for work related queries as a second line after line managers or at line manager specific request.Managing statutory submissions such as UIF declaration monthly and IRP5's for bi-annual and Tax Year End periods.Provide any other Payroll support to the Payroll Manager to ensure smooth delivery of deliverables to the businesses.On-Boarding and exit of employees:Administration of the engagement of new employees startingPrepare Employee Termination pack as per company procedures.RequirementsQualification/Diploma in PayrollMinimum of 5 years' working experience in a Payroll/HR environmentComputer Literate (MS Word, Excel, Outlook etc.
)ACCSYSS HR & Payroll system experience (Preferably)Knowledge of HR Policies and Procedures (Preferable)Good knowledge of MEIBC (Metal and Engineering Industries Bargaining Council) Main agreement.CompetenciesAttention to detailProblem solvingService OrientatedAbility to build relationships and conflict managementPlanning and organisation skillsHigh level of integrity and confidentiality.Excellent written and numerical ability