Half -day Payroll Administrator

Company : Recruitmymom

Job Description - Half -day Payroll Administrator

A dynamic and expanding accounting and tax practice is seeking an experienced Half -day Payroll Administrator to join their team. This role will initially start on a fixed -term contract basis for 3–4 months, with the direct aim to convert into a permanent, half -day position. Working hours are 08h00 to 13h00 from Monday to Friday, offering excellent flexibility.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing end -to -end payroll for multiple clients with precision and attention to detail. Advanced proficiency in MS Excel alongside strong working experience in Pastel Payroll software is essential for this position.

Responsibilities:

Manage the full -function payroll processing for a diverse portfolio of small -to -medium business clients
Accurately process weekly, bi -weekly, and monthly payroll runs, including bonuses, overtime, and deductions
Prepare, check, and submit all monthly statutory returns including EMP201s, UIF, and SDL
Coordinate bi -annual and annual EMP501 reconciliations and ensure smooth issuance of IRP5s via eFiling
Service as the primary point of contact for client payroll queries, employee onboarding, and terminations
Maintain absolute confidentiality while managing payroll databases, leave records, and structural changes
Assist the team with basic accounting and payroll alignment workflows within Sage/Xero and Pastel systems

Requirements

Proven experience as a Payroll Administrator, ideally within an accounting firm, tax practice, or payroll bureau
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple client payroll accounts simultaneously
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, and data manipulation)
Strong, hands -on experience using Sage and Pastel accounting/payroll software solutions
Up -to -date, solid working knowledge of South African payroll legislation, BCEA, and SARS tax regulations
Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and strong client -facing communication skills
Own reliable transport and a valid driver’s license

Benefits

This practice prides itself on a caring culture with a supportive team environment and offers a range of soft perks designed to enhance work -life balance and employee well -being.

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Half -day Payroll Administrator

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