Payroll Consultant

At Digicall Group, we challenge ourselves to make it possible for everyone in our world to prosper, thrive and grow. Guided by our values of Bright, Agile and True, we take pride in who we are, were inspired by why were here, and we believe in what we do. We also enjoy a work environment that motivates, connects, guides, supports, protects, honours and stretches us all to dream big, to be excellent, and to contribute uniquely to our shared success.

Role Summary

The Payroll Consultant will primarily be responsible for the processing and delivery of employee payroll data to be used for remuneration purposes. This position will include time and attendance related duties, processing of employee benefits and overall maintenance of the employee filing system.

If youre ready to belong to an open mindset work culture that promotes continuous learning and improvement, prioritises service excellence, values individuals, and celebrates the people who light up our world, apply now and show us how youll shine!

Qualifications

• Minimum: Matric or NQF4 equivalent
• Advantageous: Relevant post graduate qualification will be advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum 23 years of work-related experience is needed
• Experience with payroll software (e.g., Sage, Payspace, SAP, VIP Premier, etc.).
• Solid understanding of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, Income Tax Act, and other relevant labour laws.

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Afrikaans, enabling effective interaction with clients, service providers, and the team.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other relevant administrative tools.C
• Computer literacy on Sage 300 payroll system
• Good working knowledge of Excel
• Solid knowledge of Human Resources management systems and practices
• Solid knowledge of and application Knowledge of the Basic Conditions of Employment Act
• Good knowledge of medical aid schemes and pension funds
• Good Knowledge of payroll and accounting practices and principles

Responsibilities

Operational:

• Setup monthly schedules for clients.
• Ensure input is received each month.
• Processing input accurately (1 loop process).
• Ensure approval is received timeously.
• Accurately complete job card per client.
• Resolve client queries
• Run payments files and follow up on payments if required.
• Ensure payslips and invoices are issued.
• Responsible for final reporting.
• Ensuring that UIF submissions are made
• Capturing data for EMP201 payments and ensuring payments are released
• Conduct Tax Year end reconciliations.
• Ensuring mid-year SARS submissions are done.
• Third party schedules and payments are done if required.
• Generating WCA and EE reports to be sent annually
• Ad hoc reporting/ consulting
• Problem solving as needed.
• Maintaining the Administrative processes and procedures.
• Any other reasonable duties that may be required from time to time.

Benefits

Digicall offers a range of core and value-added benefits to equip and empower you to live your best life.

You will benefit from support and assistance that offers you choices and gives you peace of mind, including medical cover, provident fund, funeral cover, long service awards, and learnerships and bursaries.

Through our employee wellness and recognition programmes, we foster a workplace where every individual is supported, celebrated, and empowered to shine.

Job Category: Payroll Consultant

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Johannesburg