Job Description

Essence of the job:
The payroll assistant will be supporting the Payroll Superintendent in conjunction with another assistant in getting the administrative tasks done around the overall payroll function. They are ideally seeking a time and attendance clerk with payroll experience.
Qualification:
Grade 12 or equivalent.
Certificate / Diploma in Payroll administration or similar field would be advantageous.
SAGE 300 experience required.
Minimum Requirements:
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar environment.
Assisting with the processing of the monthly payroll input.
Load new employee information onto SAGE 300.
Maintaining leave, medical and provident fund records for employees.
Collection of timesheets from various departments and processes leave transactions.
Verify timekeeping records and resolve any discrepancies or issues related to hours worked. Review and calculate timesheets data and hours worked from ERS.
Assisting with employment confirmations.
Assist with the administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other deductions.
Assist with monthly payslip reconciliation.
Prepare monthly processing files.
Assisting with general payroll duties on SAGE300 software package.
Accurately and patiently deal with all staff queries.
Assist with maintaining accurate employee records, including changes in salary, benefits, tax and personal information.
Generate payroll reports as and when required.
Process daily ERS cocking system exception reports.
General office filing and administration.