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.
Requirements
  • 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
Common Technologies
Kronos Workforce Payroll Kronos Workforce Timekeeper Microsoft Great Plains Personal Data Keeper Microsoft PowerPoint Microsoft Dynamics Oracle PeopleSoft SAP software Fund accounting software

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