Payroll Administrator

Responsibilities:

• Process monthly wages payroll accurately and on time using Sage 300 People
• Import, reconcile and validate ERS-Bio time and attendance data
• Capture and maintain employee payroll information, earnings, overtime, allowances, leave and deductions
• Ensure employee records remain accurate, compliant and up to date
• Manage employee onboarding, terminations and payroll-related changes
• Monitor timesheets, attendance exceptions and payroll authorisations
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies before payroll cut-off
• Generate payroll reports and assist with payroll audits
• Liaise with site teams regarding timesheets, approvals and payroll queries
• Provide HR administrative support, including employee documentation and record management
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation and company policies

• Proven experience in a Payroll Administrator role, preferably within the construction, engineering or industrial sector
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 300 People (essential)
• Experience working with time and attendance systems, preferably ERS-Bio
• Sound knowledge of South African payroll legislation, including BCEA, UIF, PAYE, SDL, COIDA and applicable bargaining council requirements
• Excellent reconciliation, numerical and administrative skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and time management abilities
• Professional, discreet and able to handle confidential information
• Able to work independently and meet strict deadlines