Payroll Administrator (Pinetown)

Industry:
Manufacturing – Manufacturing Production
Job Salary: Market Related
Workplace: On Site

Pinetown Durban
Temporary Position

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join their HR team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing high-volume payroll processing while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process end-to-end payroll for 450+ employees
  • Capture and verify payroll data including overtime, deductions, allowances, and leave
  • Maintain accurate employee payroll records
  • Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
  • Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation including PAYE, UIF, and SDL
  • Prepare payroll reports for management and internal stakeholders
  • Liaise with HR regarding employee movements and payroll adjustments
  • Assist with payroll audits and supporting documentation

Minimum Requirements

  • Relevant qualification in Payroll, Finance, or HR
  • 3–5 years’ payroll administration experience
  • Proven experience processing payroll for 450+ employees
  • Proficiency in Sage 300 (non-negotiable)
  • Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

Non-Negotiable Requirements

  • Fluent in isiZulu (spoken and written)
  • Strong experience within high-volume payroll environments
  • Ability to work with confidential information professionally and accurately

Preferred Experience

  • Exposure to manufacturing or engineering environments will be advantageous
  • Immediate availability is highly preferred due to the temporary nature of the role

Key Competencies

  • High attention to detail
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong organizational abilities

To apply for this job email your details to [email protected]