Job Description

Salary: Market related
Location: Pretoria East
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Payroll Services
Reference: CWR.PA.ISS.12022026
COMPANY DESCRIPTION:
Our client provides payroll solutions to various sized companies and is looking for an Assistant to National Group Payroll Manager to join their team. This position will be based in Pretoria East.
JOB DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE:
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist the National Group Payroll Manager with full payroll processing function
• Process payroll on Sage VIP Premier accurately and timeously
• Prepare and process Nedbank payments and related banking transactions
• Assist with payroll reconciliations and month-end payroll procedures
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies
• Prepare payroll reports as required by management
• Assist the CFO with tax year-end payroll reports (excluding SARS submissions)
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information
• Provide payroll support during peak periods, especially month-end
• Work remotely when required during month-end processing

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Relevant Payroll / Finance / Accounting qualification - advantageous
• Sage VIP Premier certification - advantageous

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Minimum 5 years experience working on Sage VIP Premier (non-negotiable)
• Proven experience in payroll processing
• Experience processing Nedbank payments
• Experience assisting with payroll reporting and tax year-end preparation
• Previous experience supporting senior finance management (advantageous)
• Strong numerical and financial accuracy
• High attention to detail
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation
• Ability to work under pressure, especially during month-end
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Strong communication skills
• Computer literate (MS Office, especially Excel)
• Own reliable transport
• Mature, stable and reliable individual

POPIA NOTICE
By submitting your CV, you acknowledge and agree that: * We may retain your personal information in our database for future employment opportunities and matching purposes.

• We may contact you should a suitable position become available.
• The information you have provided is true, correct, and up to date.

We endeavour to respond to all applications. However, if you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Skills Required