Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing

Manage the full payroll process using Sage 300 People, including salary calculations, deductions, overtime, bonuses, terminations, and leave processing. Ensure accurate and timeous salary payments via electronic transfer.

Employee Data Management

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including hours worked (via ERS Biometrics), banking details, pay rates, and all relevant payroll-related data.

Compliance with Legislation

Ensure all payroll activities are compliant with South African labour laws, including BCEA, UIF, PAYE, SDL, and SARS requirements.

Tax Submissions

Prepare, reconcile, and submit all statutory payroll tax reports and declarations (e.g., EMP201, EMP501) within required deadlines.

System Maintenance

Regularly update the Sage 300 People and ERS Biometrics systems with employee information, leave records, and any payroll-related changes.

Report Generation

Generate and distribute accurate payroll reports, costing summaries, and variance reports for management, finance, and audit purposes.

Record Keeping

Maintain secure, confidential, and well-organized payroll files to ensure compliance and audit-readiness at all times.

Employee Support

Provide professional support to employees regarding payroll queries, payslip explanations, and any issues related to salary processing.

Minimum Requirements:

Matric (Grade 12) A certificate or diploma in Payroll, HR or Finance 3+ years full-function payroll experience Proven experience using Sage 300 People Knowledge of ERS Biometrics Strong Excel skills (formulas, VLOOKUPs, pivot tables) Solid knowledge of UIF, PAYE, SDL, BCEA, SARS regulations

Key Competencies

High level of accuracy and attention to detail Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines Strong analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills Good communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to handle confidential payroll information professionally