Payroll Administrator

About the role

Our client, a well‑established accounting firm in Paarl, is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage payroll for a diverse client portfolio. You will ensure accurate processing, statutory compliance and deliver high‑quality client service.

Key responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi‑weekly and monthly payrolls for a portfolio of clients.
• Handle new employee onboarding, terminations, leave, bonuses, overtime, allowances, deductions and employee benefits.
• Prepare and process ACB exports and maintain accurate payroll records and reports.
• Manage statutory submissions such as EMP201, EMP501, UIF, IRP5 and IT3(a).
• Address SARS queries, correspondence, verifications, reconciliations and audits.
• Ensure payroll compliance with South African tax and labour legislation.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information in line with POPIA.
• Provide professional payroll support and guidance to clients.
• Assist with payroll registrations, de‑registrations and other employment‑related services.
• Support the Payroll Team Leader with daily operations, training and problem‑solving.

Required profile

• Matriculation (high school) qualification; a relevant 3‑year diploma or tertiary qualification is advantageous.
• 3–4 years of payroll experience within an accounting or audit environment.
• Strong working knowledge of South African payroll legislation, SARS, UIF and WCA.
• Excellent administration, organisational and problem‑solving abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and handle confidential information.

Required skills

• Knowledge of South African payroll legislation, SARS, UIF and WCA.
• Proficiency in payroll processing and statutory reporting.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

What we offer

• Competitive salary.
• Monday‑Friday, 08:00‑17:00 office‑based position in Paarl.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.