Payroll Officer

Our client is looking for an experienced Payroll Officer to oversee the payroll process for their citrus farms and packhouses in Kirkwood. This role requires strong leadership, planning, and execution skills to ensure highest standards of accuracy and efficiency.

· Manage and administer day-to-day procedure of the payrolls – salaries and wages

· Assist with internal and external audits

· Manage time and attendance as well as biometrics

· Process wages for various payroll frequencies, import hours/allowances, and record earnings/deductions.

· Accurate capturing of all collected payroll data on the payroll system

· Maintain the payroll system, perform required backup according to the schedule required by legislation and the requirements of the company

· Manage all ad-hoc report requests

· Capture all new and terminated employees and maintain employee records

· Apply increases and manage leave and bonus provisions

· UIF administration and Online declarations.

· Supply new employees with all necessary induction documentation - Policies and procedures

· Be aware of any changes in BCEA and Labour Law, and the implementation thereof

· Keep the workforce profile updated for Employment Equity purposes

· Assist the HR Manager with ad-hoc duties

· Drafting of employment contracts

· Resolve payroll discrepancies, stay updated on payroll software, and collaborate with the team to achieve departmental goals.

· Keep payroll documentation and procedures up-to-date.

· Grade 12

· Relevant Payroll Qualification.

· 5 years proven experience as a Payroll Officer or in a similar role.

· Strong knowledge of Payroll systems.

· Excellent understanding of statutory reporting and tax compliance.

· Strong organizational and time-management skills.

· Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality.