Job Description

Payroll:

• Full payroll functions for approximately 200 employees
• Ensure submission of EMP 201 & EMP 501 Returns and IRP 5xe2x80x99s circulation
• Ensure adherence and implementation of company policies
• Dealing and reconciling provident fund, medical aids and any 3rd party contributions
• Ensure that all employee policies are adhered to and that all legislative requirements are met
• Ensure that staff leave is maintained and processed on ESS
• Assist with information gathering with various HR deliverables (i.e. EE plan reporting, SDL reporting etc)
• Preparation of salary, bonus and increase schedules and supporting employee letters
• Onboarding and exiting employees from the system
• Ensure strict adherence to company deadlines
• Completing and releasing of UI19's and UIF electronic declarations
• Handling and assisting with daily Payroll queries
• Retirements, retrenchments, and the application of tax directives from SARS where applicable
• Preparing periodical reports for COID , Stats SA

Benefits Administration:

• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Stay updated on industry trends and regulations related to employee benefits.

Negotiation and Communication:

• Work with management to negotiate and establish compensation packages for new hires, promotions, and other employment changes.
• Communicate compensation and benefits information to employees and address their inquiries.

Compliance:

• Stay informed about local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to compensation and benefits.
• Ensure that the organization's practices comply with legal requirements.

Employee Education:

• Conduct training sessions or workshops to educate employees about their compensation and benefits packages.
• Provide guidance on how employees can make the most of their benefits.

Reporting:

• Balancing of Monthly payroll and closing off and submitting information necessary for payroll journal
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to relevant departments.
• Generate reports for management and external agencies as required.

Assist with ad hoc HR projects.

Education / Professional Certification

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (preferred).
• HR certification (e.g., SABP) will be advantageous.
• Payroll certificate

Experience

• 4 years of proven experience of handling blue-collar and white-collar payroll
• Knowledge of payroll processing, tax regulations, and labor laws.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with all levels of the organization.
• Experience with HRIS (Human Resources Information System) Sage VIP Premier, Sage 300, Workday and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Knowledge / Skills / Other characteristics

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• High level of discretion and ability to handle confidential information.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team: Maite Nomthandaso Nakana, Thema Peggy Masoga

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