Payroll Officer

SUMMARY:
Wine Estate and Boutique Hotel Group based close to Franschhoek is looking for a seasoned Payroll Officer to assume the primary day-to-day responsibility for planning and controlling payroll related activities to ensure a smooth and streamlined payroll, focussing on accuracy and integrity of the payroll department and the Sage 300 system.

Staff Transport from Franschhoek, Paarl and Stellenbosch.

POSITION INFO:
Duties:

Responsible for the full payroll function for three hotel properties which includes processing and both internal and external reporting.
Manage all correspondence and the administration of employee benefits providers.
Assist with daily Human Resources related queries from staff.
Be responsible for managing Time and Attendance system from registration of new staff members to reporting
Liaise with Finance and assist with statutory reporting
Handle WebSS / Employee Self Service management
Ensure all relevant employee concerns, queries, or issues you become of aware of, are timeously shared with the relevant member of the Human Resources Department.
Be responsible for Leave management and control

Requirements:

Grade 12
A formal qualification will be an advantage
At least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
Advanced knowledge and experience in Sage 300 Payroll and ESS (Sage VIP certification advantageous).
Previous experience in employee benefits (medical aid, pension)
Computer literate (advanced MS Excel).
Thorough understanding of the payroll process and associated legislation.
Methodical and accurate work practice essential.
Working knowledge of Time and Attendance systems
Strong organizational skills.
High attention to detail and degree of accuracy.