TRAFFIC
KwaZulu-Natal
Payroll Administrator
Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd
Job Description
Payroll Administrator 
Durban, South Africa Posted on 09/04/2026
Our client based in Durban is looking for a Payroll Administrator to join their team.
Duties and Responsibilities- Responsible for 100% Payroll Processing Accuracy and Compliance.
- Ensure full understanding of Client SLA requirements and adherence to all applicable Legislative Obligations.
- Maintain a working knowledge of all Benefits or Bargaining Councils applicable to your Payroll responsibilities.
- Payroll Processing checking prior to finalization ensuring accuracy of Statutory and Benefit contributions and deductions.
- Manage Legal and Financial Risk through maintaining current Associate Status Payroll records.
- Weekly and Monthly Reporting
- Month End Analyses, Reconciliations and Payments
- Clear understanding of, and participation in, Inter-Departmental Processes
- Personal accountability for ensuring that all deadlines are met.
- Build and support teamwork relationships with Operations, Clients and Payroll departments thereby contributing towards quality service delivery.
- Minimum 5 years Full Function Payroll Administration and Employee Benefits experience
- Matric essential; Payroll or HR qualification preferred.
- Working Knowledge of BCOE, PAYE, UIF, SDL, WCA/IOD, Benefits and Bargaining Councils
- Advanced Level of Computer Literacy
- Good Communication Skills at all levels - Approachable yet confidently and politely assertive
- Methodical; Attention to Detail; Accuracy
- Ability to Work Under Pressure; Job Prioritization; Results Driven; Effective Query Resolution
- Professional Manner; Confidential; Positive Attitude; Empathy
About This Role
Career insights for Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks positions
Salary Benchmark
$52,240/year
Source: O*NET (USD)
Key Skills for This Role
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Mathematics
Critical Thinking
Speaking
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