Global Payroll Administrator

Summary

Join Entersekt as a Global Payroll Administrator and manage payroll processing across multiple countries. You will ensure accurate and timely salary calculations, tax deductions, and benefit administration while adhering to local employment laws. Responsibilities include monthly payroll processing, data verification, cashflow forecasting, compliance management, report generation, and collaboration with HR and accounting teams. The ideal candidate possesses strong knowledge of SA payroll regulations, relevant certifications, and experience with global payroll systems. Entersekt offers a flexible work environment with remote work options and growth opportunities.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• Prior experience in the implementation of new payroll systems
• Strong understanding of payroll principles, calculations, and tax regulations
• Experience with global payroll systems and software
• Demonstrated experience with SARS eFiling and preparing for SARS audits or compliance reviews
• Experience in creating detailed and accurate payroll reports for stakeholders
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams across different time zones
• Tertiary qualification in Finance and/or Payroll and/or HR

Responsibilities

• Monthly/bi-monthly payroll processing and submission for multiple countries, through our local global payroll system or payroll providers
• Collate and verify employee data, and supporting documentation from various locations, to process payroll
• Cashflow forecasting/projections for all payroll related payments
• Calculate salaries, wages, and statutory deductions according to local regulations
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries to employees across different currencies
• Manage all payroll-related queries from employees
• Stay updated on SA payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations regarding employee payroll information
• Compensation Commission calculations and submissions (ESA)
• Financial audit assistance (collate and submit supporting documentation as requested from Auditors)
• BEE audit assistance (collate and submit supporting documentation as requested from BEE Auditors) (ESA)
• SARS audits on payroll (submit supporting documentation. Finance available if guidance is needed) (ESA)
• Generate and analyze payroll reports for management, including cost analysis, payroll summaries, and variance reports
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies, data errors, and issues with payroll systems
• Work closely with HR teams to ensure accurate employee data and timely updates regarding new hires, terminations, salary changes, and benefit deductions
• Collaborate with local payroll providers to address payroll-related queries and resolve complex issues
• Coordinate with the accounting department for payroll journal entries and financial reporting
• Manage and maintain the global payroll system, including updates, upgrades, and configuration changes
• Implement new payroll features and functionalities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and attention to detail
• Takes initiative
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong organization skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Output focused

Benefits

• Flexible hours
• Remote work
• Plenty of growth opportunities