Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng
Company: ADvTECH – Rosebank College
Contract Type: 2 Months
Closing Date: 26 September 2025
Job Purpose
The Payroll Administrator will act as a liaison between the HR, Payroll departments, and other business stakeholders. The incumbent will coordinate input, process payroll information, and respond to payroll-related queries. This position requires a strong understanding of payroll administration processes and will also involve managing employee benefits onboarding and offboarding.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Input Processing
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Monitor and action payroll input received via shared space or ticketing system.
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Validate information for accuracy and completeness.
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Accurately capture data on the employee central system (EC) or global input files.
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Verify and process travel claims, overtime hours, additional work claims, and related expenses, ensuring correct rates and cost centers.
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Handle employee changes (new hires, promotions, terminations, etc.) in the system, ensuring correct documentation and salary structures are in place.
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Ensure all employee banking details are captured correctly and updated as required.
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Assist with the annual payroll audit process, providing requested documents to line manager.
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Identify payroll risks and escalate issues to the line manager for resolution.
Stakeholder Engagement/Relations
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Liaise with the HR department on payroll closing dates and timelines, in collaboration with other departments.
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Address payroll queries and escalate unresolved issues to the line manager.
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Coordinate payroll approval processes with line managers, ensuring compliance.
Reporting & Documentation
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Compile monthly input register for control purposes.
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Report on changes to banking details and ensure the line manager verifies the changes.
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Maintain proper filing systems for payroll documents in line with company guidelines.
Benefit Administration
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Manage medical aid or insurance documentation during employee onboarding, ensuring compliance with company procedures.
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Facilitate the offboarding process for employees leaving the company, including termination of benefits.
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Coordinate with insurers for death, disability, and ill-health benefits.
Minimum Requirements
Qualifications
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Matric/Grade 12
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Diploma in Administration/HR (Advantage)
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Certificate in Payroll Administration (Advantage)
Experience
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5 years of experience in computerized payroll and HR administration.
Skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel – advanced).
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Strong numeracy, problem-solving, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
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Excellent planning & organizing skills.
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Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships.
Behavioral Attributes
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Attention to detail
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Collaboration
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Integrity
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Accuracy
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Stress tolerance
Why Join ADvTECH?
At ADvTECH, we are committed to fostering a dynamic and supportive environment where employees can grow and thrive. Join us in this exciting role where your contributions will directly impact the efficiency of our payroll and HR operations, ensuring a seamless experience for employees.
How to Apply
Interested candidates can apply online via the application link provided. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
For more information, visit:
🌐 Rosebank College
Note: The closing date for applications is 26 September 2025.