Payroll Consultant

Red Ember Recruitment is assisting a client in the recruitment of a Payroll Consultant. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for multiple clients, including time and attendance, employee benefits, and maintenance of employee records. The role includes advising clients on payroll best practices and legislative compliance. Requirements Setup monthly payroll schedules for clients Receive and process payroll input accurately (minimum 1500 employees per payroll) Process multiple payrolls and import financial information for tax year-end Ensure client approval is received on time and maintain job card accuracy Resolve client payroll queries and run payment files Issue payslips and invoices on time Ensure UIF, EMP201, and EMP501 submissions are completed on time Conduct tax year-end reconciliations and prepare third-party schedules if required Generate WCA and EE reports, and assist clients with COIDA submissions Perform ad hoc reporting and consulting as needed Provide guidance to Junior Payroll Consultants Maintain administrative processes and integrate Sage with surrounding business systems Log unresolved queries in CRM and escalate where necessary Key Requirements Minimum Grade 12 or equivalent (NQF Level 4) Relevant post-graduate qualification advantageous Sage 300 People certificate advantageous 5+ years payroll processing experience on Sage 300 People Experience handling payroll for 1500+ employees Advanced computer literacy and Excel skills Benefits Medical cover Provident fund Funeral cover Long service awards Learnerships and bursaries Employee wellness programmes Employee recognition programmes