A leading South African group is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator on a fixed-term contract basis to manage the full payroll and employee administration function. This role is ideal for a hands-on payroll professional with strong payroll systems experience, a solid understanding of payroll legislation, and the ability to operate in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, employee administration, statutory compliance, reconciliations, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across multiple business units. Key Responsibilities: Payroll Processing Manage the full payroll cycle, ensuring accurate and timeous payroll processing. Process monthly salaries, bonuses, salary increases, travel claims, and deductions. Validate time and attendance records and payroll inputs. Load and process salary payments through banking platforms. Administer medical aid, provident fund, pension fund, union, and other payroll deductions. Maintain employee master data and payroll records. Employee Administration Process employee onboarding, terminations, and fixed-term contract administration. Manage leave processing and leave reporting. Conduct criminal and credit checks. Ensure employee records are maintained accurately and confidentially. Statutory Compliance & Reporting Prepare and submit EMP201, EMP501, UIF, COIDA, and related statutory returns. Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies. Manage income disclosure and workmen's compensation submissions. Support payroll audits and provide requested documentation. Reconciliations & Reporting Reconcile payroll information between payroll and financial systems. Reconcile third-party payments, including medical aid, retirement funds, garnishees, and unions. Generate payroll, leave, statutory, and management reports. Compile reports for HR, Finance, Employment Equity committees, and external regulatory bodies. Stakeholder Management Liaise with HR, Finance, auditors, consultants, service providers, and employees. Provide payroll support and guidance on payroll processes and legislative requirements. Assist with payroll-related queries and system updates. Job Experience and Skills Required: Diploma or Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field. Minimum 5 years' payroll administration experience. Strong experience within a retail, manufacturing, or high-volume payroll environment. Proficient in PaySpace , SAP , and Nedbank payment systems . Working knowledge of EMP201, EMP501, UIF, COIDA, IOD, and payroll compliance processes . Advanced Excel and reporting skills. Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organisational skills. Ability to manage confidential information with discretion. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Apply now! For more exciting (Finance/ Engineering/ IT / Supply Chain / Commercial & C-Suite) vacancies, please visit: If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles / positions. For more information, contact: Juanette Lotter Executive Consultant