Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Our client is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join their amazing team in Cape Town.Responsibilities:Prepare EXCO files and file all documents pertaining to employment as per checklist.Maintain EXCO and employee files in neat and tidy state and updated accurately every month.Receive leave requests on ESS, scrutinise and authorize within 3 days of receipt.Monthly reconcile attendance registers to ESS data on VIP by no later than the 5th of every month.Inform managers in writing of excessive leave.Prepare monthly HR report as required by HR Director by no later than the 03rd of every month.Prepare payroll data required for Budgeting, Employment Equity, Compensation Fund Return of Earnings, BBBEE etc.





as needed.Prepare Financial Year end reports as per audit requirements.Assist HR Manager with preparation and compilation of various reports as and when needed.Submit Quarterly Employment Statistics report to the DOL once a quarter.Accurately reconcile and submit payment due to SARS, Pension / Provident, Medical Aid, Housing Loans, Savings & Loans, etc. timeously.Run the reports ensuring that the relevant data is accurate.Maintain accurate filing system of all third-party accounts after every month end.Upload data to Fihrst Management System within time limits in order to meet pay date requirements.Prepare monthly reconciliation of all payroll accounts to General Ledger.Attend to all payroll queries from employees timeously.Accurately prepare IRP5 submissions bi-annually for SARS within deadlines.Ensure IRP5s distributed to each employee as soon as possible (preferably before the start of tax filing season) each year, via ESS or manually.Accurately capture data input and effect changes to payroll,





ensuring all supporting authorisations have been done and approved.Check all entries, run payroll and submit to HR Director for approval by no later than the 19th of every month unless stated otherwise.Skills:Approachable and good people interpersonal skills.Good communication skills, ability to inspire talent both inside and outside of the company.Have a passion for developing people, with a 'make it happen' attitude.Ability to interact with all levels within the business and to support management and teams.Attention to detail at all times.Must be a team-player and participate in team initiatives and projects/events.Excellent planning and organisational skills.Qualifications:Preferred degree In HR Management studies.At least 4-6 years experience in a Talent Management role.Experience in a global multinational company will be beneficial.

▶️ Payroll Specialist
🖊️ HR Genie
📍 Cape Town