Payroll Administrator (Maternity Cover)

O'Brien Recruitment is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join our team on a maternity cover basis.
In this role, you'll play a critical role in managing payroll functions for our organization, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely payroll processing.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in high-volume, multi-payroll environments.Key Responsibilities:Full-cycle payroll processing for 500+ employees, including temporary and permanent staff.Use Sage 300 payroll software to manage payroll data, timesheets, and employee records.Handle multiple payrolls (weekly, 25th and month-end), ensuring accuracy and compliance with all regulatory requirements.Pull reports on hours worked from the PRP system and generate payroll reports used for invoicing.Respond promptly to payroll enquiries and resolve any discrepancies.Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes.Ensure adherence to South African labour laws and tax regulations.Requirements:Proven experience in payroll administration, handling a payroll of 500+ employees.Proficiency in Sage VIP or Sage 300 (essential).Experience with multiple payrolls is advantageous.Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a commitment to confidentiality.Solid understanding of South African labour laws and tax regulations.Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.Duration: This is a maternity cover position, anticipated to last 3-4 months.If you're ready to bring your payroll expertise to a supportive, fast-paced environment, we'd love to hear from you!