TRAFFIC Western Cape

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR - MATERNITY COVER CONTRACT - MUIZENBERG CAPE TOWN

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Job Description

Fixed Term Contract payroll candidate (highly organised and meticulous) required for April - October 2026. Manufacturing concern situated in Capricorn Business Park, CAPE TOWN.

Responsibilities
  • Process end to end weekly and monthly payroll for approximately 85 employees.
  • Verify and oversee Time & Attendance (Kronos) timesheets accurately and on time.
  • Resolve payroll-related queries, discrepancies, and third party issues promptly and accurately.
  • Ensure strict confidentiality of all payroll data and information.
  • Administer all payroll changes including appointments, terminations, promotions, increases, bonuses, loans, allowances, and AODs, etc.
  • Reconcile third party deductions and ensure timely payments.
  • Manage and administer employee benefits and act as a liaison with staff and third parties.
  • Ensure timely submission of statutory and finance reports: EMP201, EMP501, UIF declarations, PAYE, GL reports, and third party schedules (medical aid, pension, provident fund).
  • Prepare employment contracts and process all new starter documentation.
  • Administer UIF documentation and employee biometric enrolments.
  • Ensure adherence to South African labour laws and stay abreast on legislative changes.
  • Administer all payroll administration.
Qualifications
  • Grade 12.
  • 3-5 years' payroll experience.
  • Experience with Time & Attendance systems (Kronos advantageous).
  • SAGE 300 People experience (advantageous).
  • Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel.
  • Manufacturing environment experience (advantageous).
  • Own reliable transport.
Essential Skills and Key Competencies
  • Excellent written and verbal communication.
  • Strong attention to detail and high accuracy.
  • Able to work independently and in a team.
  • Strong organisational, analytical and decision making skills.
  • Organised, disciplined, and able to follow procedures.
  • Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
  • Assertive, professional, and driven.
  • High work standards, integrity, and strong business ethic.

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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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