Payroll Coordinator Full Time Job

Payroll Coordinator position available in Stellenbosch.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and processing of weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Maintain payroll records, employee data, leave records, and salary schedules, including onboarding, resignations, bonuses, commissions, and other payroll adjustments.
• Process payroll-related submissions, including EMP501, COIDA, Workman’s Compensation, STATSSA reporting, maternity leave documentation, and pension, provident fund, and medical aid administration.
• Handle payroll and HR-related queries while supporting payroll audits, reporting, and reconciliation processes.
• Provide HR administrative support, including maintaining employee records, filing, scanning documentation, and assisting with employee onboarding and other HR functions.

Requirements:

• Degree in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, Finance, Commerce, or a related field advantageous.
• Minimum of 1–2 years’ experience in a Payroll Assistant or similar role.
• Working knowledge of payroll systems such as SAGE VIP, PaySpace, PeopleSoft, or similar.
• Experience with African payroll administration advantageous.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and graphs.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and organisational skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a fast-paced environment.