02/07/2026
SAGE 300 - Payroll Admin
Client in the N/Subs are hiring a Sage 300 Payroll Administrator!
Location: CPT - Northern Suburbs
Type: Permanent and ASAP
Duties & Responsibilities
Process monthly wages payroll accurately and within required deadlines using Sage 300 People.
Import, reconcile and validate time and attendance data from ERS-Bio before payroll processing.
Ensure all earnings, overtime, double time, allowances, leave, unpaid time and deductions are correctly captured and applied.
Capture, update and maintain employee information on Sage 300 People and ERS-Bio.
Ensure employee records are complete, accurate and compliant.
Activate and terminate employees in line with payroll period and HR requirements.
Monitor, validate and follow up on timesheets, clocking data and attendance exceptions.
Ensure overtime and double time are properly authorised before processing.
Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies before payroll cut-off.
Maintain proper payroll audit records, including saved timesheets, approvals and supporting documents.
Ensure payroll processing complies with company policies, procedures, and applicable South African legislation.
Capture and verify employee banking details to ensure correct payment setup.
Generate payroll reports for checking, reconciliation, and management review.
Assist with payroll audits and provide supporting documentation when required.
Liaise with sites regarding timesheet cut-offs, corrections, approvals, and missing information.
Assist with HR administration, including employee documentation, contracts, onboarding records, employee changes, and termination paperwork.
Ensure HR and payroll records are maintained in line with confidentiality and POPIA requirements.
Support compliance with relevant payroll and labour legislation, including BCEA, UIF, PAYE, SDL, COIDA, and applicable bargaining council requirements.
Key Competencies
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong payroll discipline and deadline management.
Good HR administration ability.
Sound understanding of confidentiality and employee information handling.
Ability to work under pressure.
Good problem-solving and reconciliation skills.
Strong organizational ability.
Professional communication with site teams, employees, and management.
Reliable, structured, and able to work with minimal supervision.
Sectors: Human Resources, Accounting / Auditing
Functions: Payroll Assistant, Payroll Administrator, Payroll
Qualification Types: Certificates/Certification, Diplomas
Skills: SAGE 300 essential, Processing and achieving deadlines, ERS - Bio, Payroll reports, POPIA, BCEA, UIF, PAYE, SDL, COIDA
