Payroll Officer

An established professional accounting firm based in Benoni, East Rand, is seeking an experienced, reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Payroll Officer to manage payroll accurately and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements. This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, with office attendance required as needed for payroll processing, meetings, reconciliations and administration. The successful candidate must be able to work independently, maintain strict confidentiality and have a sound understanding of South African payroll legislation. Key Responsibilities: Process monthly payroll accurately and within agreed deadlines. Maintain employee payroll records, remuneration details, benefits and deductions. Manage employee appointments, resignations, terminations, salary amendments and leave-related payroll adjustments. Calculate and process PAYE, UIF, SDL and other authorised deductions. Prepare and distribute payslips, payroll summaries and salary payment schedules. Prepare and reconcile EMP201 declarations and assist with EMP501 reconciliations and IRP5 submissions. Manage UIF administration, including UI-19 documentation where required. Maintain employee leave records and ensure compliance with BCEA requirements. Prepare payroll journals and reconcile payroll-related control accounts. Assist with payroll reporting, statutory submissions and audit preparation. Ensure compliance with applicable payroll legislation, including PAYE, UIF, SDL, COIDA and POPIA requirements. Respond to payroll-related queries and maintain accurate electronic records. Requirements Matric certificate. Relevant payroll, bookkeeping or accounting qualification advantageous. Minimum of 3 years' payroll processing experience with the ability to manage payroll independently. Strong knowledge of PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201, EMP501 and IRP5 processes. Experience with SARS eFiling and EasyFile Employer. Proficiency in Sage Payroll, Sage Pastel Payroll, PaySpace or similar payroll software. Good Excel skills, including reconciliations and payroll reporting. Experience with QuickBooks and professional services environments will be advantageous. Key Competencies: Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent reconciliation and numerical skills. Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines. Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities. Professional communication skills. High levels of integrity, discretion and confidentiality. Working Arrangement: Part-time hybrid position. Remote work permitted subject to operational requirements and confidentiality policies. Office attendance in Benoni required when necessary for payroll processing, meetings, document verification and administration. Availability required during payroll cycles, month-end processes and statutory submission deadlines.