Payroll Clerk – Onsite in Jeffreys Bay

About the role

Full‑time Payroll Clerk position with a reputable financial services firm located in Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape. The role requires daily on‑site presence to manage the company’s payroll operations, ensure compliance with local legislation and support the finance team with accurate reporting.

Key responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll runs, guaranteeing accuracy and timeliness.
• Administer the complete payroll cycle, including new hires, terminations, leave, benefits, adjustments, advances, deductions and loans.
• Prepare EMP501 annual and interim submissions and handle Workman’s Compensation filings.
• Respond to UI‑19, UI‑2.7 and work‑schedule queries.
• Maintain up‑to‑date payroll records and coordinate with HR and finance departments.

Required profile

• Minimum two years of hands‑on payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with Pastel Payroll and Payspace systems.
• Strong knowledge of South African BCEA and LRA regulations affecting payroll.
• Excellent Excel skills and strong attention to detail.
• Effective communication abilities.

Required skills

• Pastel Payroll
• Payspace
• Advanced Excel