Job Description

Job Summary
About Our Client:
Our client is a well-established leader in the South African retail sector, known for its dynamic work environment and commitment to operational excellence. They are currently seeking a detail-oriented and service-driven EBD Administrator to join their Human Resources team at their Head Office in Cape Town.
Job Overview:
This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with a relevant qualification and 2-3 years of payroll and employee benefits experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient payroll processing, maintaining employee benefits records, and supporting HR administrative functions.
Key Responsibilities:
The EBD Administrator will play an integral role in the HR and payroll departments. Responsibilities include:
Maintaining and updating payroll data on the Oracle Payroll and HR system
Processing daily payroll inputs to ensure timely and accurate salary payments
Managing and filing documentation for:
New hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, and special allowances
Leave balance audits
Salary-affecting inputs
Performing payroll checks and overseeing dispatch
Month-end reconciliations and payment processing
Liaising with HR, divisional offices, retirement fund administrators, and healthcare administrators regarding salary and benefits-related matters
Preparing employment confirmations as needed
General administrative and office duties
Qualifications and Experience:
Minimum of 2-3 years experience in a payroll and employee benefits role
Relevant qualification in Payroll, HR, or a related field
Experience with UK Payroll is advantageous
Strong numerical skills and high attention to detail
Solid knowledge of PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other statutory requirements
Understanding of Sectoral Determination 9 is beneficial
Skills and Competencies:
Proficiency in MS Office Suite; experience with Oracle Payroll and HR systems is advantageous
Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
Proactive, well-organised, and self-motivated
Collaborative team player with a strong work ethic
Dependable, resilient, and committed to accuracy and quality
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