Pinetown Durban Temporary Position We are seeking an experienced and detail‑oriented Payroll Administrator to join their HR team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing high‑volume payroll processing while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment. Key Responsibilities Process end‑to‑end payroll for 450+ employees Capture and verify payroll data including overtime, deductions, allowances, and leave Maintain accurate employee payroll records Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation including PAYE, UIF, and SDL Prepare payroll reports for management and internal stakeholders Liaise with HR regarding employee movements and payroll adjustments Assist with payroll audits and supporting documentation Minimum Requirements Relevant qualification in Payroll, Finance, or HR 3–5 years’ payroll administration experience Proven experience processing payroll for 450+ employees Proficiency in Sage 300 (non‑negotiable) Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation Advanced Microsoft Excel skills Non‑Negotiable Requirements Fluent in isiZulu (spoken and written) Strong experience within high‑volume payroll environments Ability to work with confidential information professionally and accurately Preferred Experience Exposure to manufacturing or engineering environments will be advantageous Immediate availability is highly preferred due to the temporary nature of the role Key Competencies High attention to detail Strong numerical and analytical skills Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Strong organizational abilities #J-18808-Ljbffr