Payroll & Benefits Officer

Permanent - Kuils River
Qualifications & Experience 
• Relevant tertiary qualification in Payroll / HR (Degree or Diploma)
• Approximately 3 years’ relevant payroll experience
• Experience working on a payroll system, preferably SAGE 300 People
• Experience processing both hourly and salaried payroll
Responsibilities
• Process monthly payroll accurately, consistently and within agreed deadlines.
• Administer payroll, benefits and leave systems.
• Process earnings, deductions, allowances and other payroll inputs.
• Load new employees, process terminations and maintain employee information on SAGE 300 People.
• Review and approve payroll claims and employee personal detail changes.
• Liaise with managers regarding payroll hours, incentives and payroll-related information.
• Ensure payroll processes comply with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and respond to employee and management queries.
• Prepare PAYE, UIF and SDL reconciliations and statutory submissions.
• Prepare payroll-related GL and third-party reconciliations and payments.
• Assist with external payroll audits.
• Prepare accurate monthly payroll reports and payroll files.
• Assist with UI19/UI2.7 forms and absenteeism reporting when required.
• Administer employee benefits, including Medical Aid, Medical Insurance, Gap Cover and Provident Fund.
• Process benefit changes, reconciliations and provider submissions within required deadlines.
• Assist with the annual benefits open period and ensure changes are correctly processed.
• Process and follow up on provident fund withdrawal forms.
Competency
• Proficient in SAGE 300 People
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Knowledge of Payroll and HR systems
• Knowledge of PAYE and statutory compliance
• Understanding of employee benefits and payroll reconciliation
• Knowledge of relevant Labour Legislation, including BCEA, Skills Development and Employment Equity
• Understanding of Tax Regulations relating to remuneration
• Good attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and manage confidential payroll information
• Good communication and stakeholder-management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Papertrail, SARS EasyFile, SARS e-Filing and FNB Online Banking
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