Payroll Administrator (Temp)

PAYROLL ADMINISTRATOR (TEMP) CAPE TOWN

Company profile:

SA Metal Group is South Africas oldest and largest metal recycling company. The Group purchases and processes all forms of ferrous metals (steel and iron) and non-ferrous metals (aluminum, copper, zinc, stainless steel, brass and others) from industrial enterprises, scrap metal dealers and private individuals. Our processing facilities are located in and around Cape Town, Johannesburg and Pretoria. The Group was established 102 years ago. For more information about the Group, please visit website the

The Salaries and wages department require a process-driven, attentive to detail and organized individual to join their team. This position requires an efficient individual who is able to work in a fast paced environment and is able to meet deadlines.

Duties & responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• To accurately and timeously process the SA Metal payroll
• Accurately process timesheets ensuring deadlines are met
• Accurately calculate overtime and leave payments
• Process statutory deductions i.t.o. PAYE, UIF, WCA, etc.
• Maintain payroll records in terms of statutory requirements.
• Calculating allowances, shift payments and pay increase
• Answering staff queries about timesheets or pay slips
• Liaise with Human Capital on wage and HR concerns
• Proactive approach to payroll processing

Qualifying Criteria:

• Matric or equivalent
• Accsys PeopleWare experience advantageous
• Computer literacy essential (Microsoft Office) create spreadsheets, communicate with e-mail, compile reports and present data in tabulated form, numerical and descriptive accuracy essential
• Telephone etiquette
• Working knowledge of Time & Attendance software
• 5-6 years of experience processing payroll for a large organization
• Experience of working in a service orientated division and environment

Qualifying Attributes

• Good communication skills both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Prepared to work overtime when required
• Ability to multi-task and manage a demanding workload in a pressurised environment
• Ability to effectively communicate with people on all levels
• Be self-motivated and results driven
• Disciplined in following procedures when executing tasks
• Planning, decision making and analytical skills
• Be assertive and have a mature approach
• Be able to work both independently and in a team
• Good time management skills
• High work standards
• Be organised
• Logical and detail orientated methodologies
• Commitment to a strong business ethic and integrity

Other Information:

Job title: Payroll Administrator

Reporting to: Divisional Director - HR

Job type: Temporary position

Standard hours 08h0017h00: Monday Thursday

08h0016h00: Friday

May be required to work overtime as per operational requirements

Salary: We offer a highly competitive package depending on the extent of the applicants qualifications and experience.

We regret that it is not possible to contact all unsuccessful applicants. Applicants who have not been contacted within fourteen days from the date of their submission should consider their application unsuccessful.