Payroll Administrator

Recruiter

Smith Garb & Associates

Job Ref

JHB008091/JO

Date posted

Monday, July 6, 2026

Location

Springs, South Africa

Salary

R410K

SUMMARY

Large Shared Services concern based in Springs, has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Payroll Administrator. Be responsible for processing the payroll of a minimum of 1500 monthly paid employees. Working experience on JDE and Educos highly advantageous.

POSITION INFO

A Matric Certificate is essential, preferably with Maths and Accounting, as well as a Payroll Diploma (highly advantageous). A minimum of 8 years Payroll processing experience is essential for this role, with processing a minimum headcount of 1500 monthly paid employees. KPI's include administering large volumes of payroll information; check all payroll and leave input captured; compile and check variances and other relevant payroll controls before payroll final; provide direction to Payroll Clerks; validate dismissals / resignations and verify the final pay-outs; review and sign-off interim payments; print and distribute payslips on a weekly / monthly basis; reconcile payroll data to third party vendors; clear reconciling items via the payroll within 30 days; compile and distribute comprehensive month-end reports to BU's; responsible for month-end processes, preparation and reconciliation; recommend changes or implement new processes around the payroll system to meet BU requirement; testing of any cost component and legislative changes; report all system problems; participate and/or manage any project that is initiated in SSC whether team or individual input is required; liaise with all customers when required; ensure compliance as per company delegation of authority and statutory legislation is adhered to and perform ad hoc duties as and when required within reasonable job scope.