Wage Controller

The ideal candidate would be responsible for

• Compiling of monthly wages payrolls accurately and timeously;
• Managing of Wage Clerks to ensure effective completion of payrolls;
• Payment of 3rd parties and garnishees;
• Dealing with and solving all wages related queries from employees and management;
• General Wages administration;
• Leave, bonus provisions;
• Increase calculations and implementation;
• Attend to the timely and accurate payment of all wages and making the appropriate statutory deductions and engagements in order to maintain and update payroll records;
• Assist the Payroll Accountant in any and all payroll functions;
• Maintenance of the Wages payroll system;
• Oversee continuous workplace improvement program;
• Adhere to Astral's ethics policy;
• Month end reports and Journals;
• Any other duties and tasks as assigned by management from time to time.

The successful candidate must meet the following requirements

• Matric and/or relevant qualification;
• Excellent administration skills, management, accurate record keeping and problem solving skills;
• Must have at least 5 years payroll experience;
• Exposure to Integrity Payroll and LN reporting system will be an added advantage;
• Ability to work under pressure and swift resolving of employee and management queries;
• It is essential that the successful candidate be self-motivated with the ability to meet strict deadlines and work overtime when necessary;
• Understanding of the 20 Keys concept is essential;
• Maintain confidentiality at all times;
• Attention to detail and commitment to service excellence;
• Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills is essential.