Our client is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their team. Ensure employees are paid accurately and on time. This will entail processing the relevant payrolls, including maintaining related records, filing tax reports, preparing accounting transactions and documents, as well as special reports for management.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and accurately update payroll records
  
• Attend to payroll queries in a timeous manner
  
• Oversee all payroll activities, including the month end process, ensuring that the processes defined are carried out accurately and that payments are made according to company policies and statutory requirements
  
  
• Preparation of payroll summaries and month end reporting
  
• Management of time and attendance
  
• Administer all company remuneration benefits
  
• Drive continuous improvement projects
  

Key Skills:

• SAGE300 & VIP Premier processing and reporting is essential
  
• Advanced knowledge of Sage300 and VIP Premier Payroll and ESS Systems
  
• Excellent knowledge of payroll and legislative requirements
  
• Excellent knowledge of shift permutations and overtime calculations
  
• Advanced Excel ability
  
• ODBC reporting
  
• Analytical and high attention to detail
  
• Self-managed and disciplined
  
• Ability to work under pressure
  
• Excellent problem solving and communication skills
  
• Team player
  

Qualifications:

• Relevant tertiary qualification with at least 3 to 5 years' experience with running large payrolls