About the position
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Wages Administrator to join our client based in Germiston, Johannesburg. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of employee wages and ensuring full compliance with statutory requirements and internal company policies. Please note that this is a 3-month contract; permanent employment will be based on performance after the 3-month probation period.
Your responsibilities would entail the following:
- Full payroll function on SAGE VIP Premier system (wages and salaries)
- Macro importing and capturing of weekly and monthly timesheets into SAGE payroll
- Reconciling of weekly and monthly payments (All 3rd party payments - Medical aid, Councils levies, provident/pension, garnishee, unions, SARS DOL, etc.) to monthly payroll reports and submission of journals to group bookkeepers
- Reconciliation and submission of monthly EMP201’s, on SARS e-fling, annual EMP501’s and distribution of IRP5’s to ensure SARS compliance
- Importing of weekly/monthly payroll ACB files into the FNB Online Business System
- UIF declaration submissions to the Department of Labour and issuing of UIF claim documents to employees
- Completing and submission of provident claim files (MIBFA)
- Complete and submit MIBFA wage employees' 2 pot savings claims
- Prepare and distribute wage data reports as requested by group companies (monthly leave provisions and overtime reporting)
- Print/email weekly and monthly payslips and distribute to group companies
- Prepare and assist the payroll administrator with the annual RMA/ COIDA return of earnings, to ensure valid LOG’s
- Assists with the preparation of wages, annual budgets, and increase schedules
- Managing all the wage employees’ personal files
Requirements - Grade 12
- 5 years of SAGE VIP Premier payroll experience
- FULL SAGE VIP Premier payroll function (employments, terminations, earnings/deductions, reports)
- Knowledge of all payroll calculations (earnings/ deductions /company contributions/leave, etc.)
- Knowledge of BCEA payroll rules and calculations
- Knowledge of MIBFA and NBCCI agreements and payroll calculations
- Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel), Outlook, Teams
- Ability to maintain the highest standard of accuracy, confidentiality, and honesty
- Excellent communication skills, read and write in English
- The ability to interact with management and staff at all levels
- Time management, working under pressure, and meeting deadlines
- Payroll calculations and financial skills.
Desired Skills:
- VIP Premier
- Payroll Admin
- Payroll Administration
Desired Qualification Level:
About The Employer:
We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation.
Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation.
Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs. Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry.
Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products.
The Red Ember Recruitment team has combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry-specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries.
Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment, from Interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.
