PAYROLL SPECIALIST (Manufacturing) - Northen Suburbs, Cape Town

SUMMARY:
PAYROLL SPECIALIST (Manufacturing) - Northen Suburbs, Cape Town R480 000 - R600 000 Per Annum Neg

POSITION INFO:

PAYROLL SPECIALIST (Manufacturing) – Northen Suburbs, Cape Town

R480 000 – R600 000 Per Annum Negotiable on Qualification and Years of relevant experience

Our Client, a reputable Global Manufacturing concern is in search of a highly innovative, driven, numerically inclined and deadline driven Payroll Specialist to join their dynamic team of  professionals.

Main Purpose of the Role:

Forming part of the HR team, be responsible for the processing of the monthly payroll accurately and timeously, ensuring all relevant documentation is filed accordingly and payroll database maintained at all times.

Qualification, Skills and Experience Required:

• Degree or Diploma in Human Resources / Finance / related
• 3-5 Years experience in administering a medium to large sized payroll
• Working proficiency on Sage 300 is essential
• Solid MS Excel skills is a requirement
• Proven reporting and analysis skills is NB!
• Experience gained within the  Manufacturing / Engineering / FMCG / Construction / Technical / Construction / Retail related working industry is highly advantageous
• Solid experience in Financial Management Procedures, Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport preferred

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Payroll Administration:

• Ensure all starters are uploaded onto the payroll for payment
• Update and process any transfers of employees
• Ensure all documentation relating to terminated employees is received and process accordingly
• Process all payroll change instructions
• Ensure all 3rd party payments are set up and processed i.e. Medical Aid, Union Fees
• Manage provident fund applications and withdrawals
• Finalise the payroll for release at the end of each month
• Release and/or print pay slips after payroll processing
• Record keeping, filing and retrieving documentation accurately and on time and ensuring all documentation confidentially maintained
• Leave and other payroll related management
• Ensure employee files are complete and accurate
• Time Keeping system management and maintenance

Reporting:

• Compile the necessary reports to ensure the payroll reconciliation balances at month end
• Arrange the EMP201 reports for SARS payments
• Compile the monthly reports and any adhoc reports as and when required i.e. leave reports and distribute to the relevant Managers if required
• Planning of payroll key dates

Customer Service:

• Oversee payroll administration and maintenance
• Manage and respond to stakeholders’ queries via email, calls and other forms of communication
• Propose methods to improve customer service
• Upskill new users on systems and provide user admin support

Legislation:

• Ensure employee details are in accordance with legislation and the Company’s policies and procedures
• Update any changes in Legislative requirements, relating to payroll
• Policy and Procedure drafting and recommendations
• Send monthly UI19 declarations
• Submit EMP501 bi-annually timeously
• Return on Earnings submission

Risk and Compliance:

• Comply to relevant legislation, policies and systems
• Audit management and support
• Provide solutions to close out all audit findings to ensure no repeat findings
• Comply with the necessary Occupational Health and Safety requirements

Projects:

• Support with Payroll and adhoc projects related to human capital
• Continuously review efficiencies in payroll and introduce more efficient reporting and processes

Strategy Formulation:

• Provide input into Human Capital Strategy with expertise in remuneration and benefits
• Draft and implement policies relating to Remuneration and Benefits

To apply for this role, please forward a detailed copy of your CV to Lameez Herborn: 

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