Payroll Administrator - Fidelity Security Services - East London, South Africa
(2012-02 - 2015-07)
- Spearheaded full-cycle payroll administration for an extensive employee base, guaranteeing precise and punctual remuneration across diverse departments.
- Processed leave entitlements, allowances, family responsibility leave, overtime, and statutory deductions in strict adherence to the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA) and Labour Relations Act (LRA).
- Captured, validated, and reconciled payroll posting sheets for SAP and ePayroll systems, ensuring data accuracy.
- Investigated and resolved complex payroll discrepancies, providing transparent communication to employees and management regarding resolutions.
- Generated comprehensive payroll reports for Head Office, detailing trends, variances, and compliance metrics to inform strategic decisions.
- Collaborated with Human Resources to ensure payroll processes were in sync with employee contracts, benefits packages, and statutory mandates.
- Facilitated internal and external audits by meticulously maintaining payroll records and comprehensive documentation.
Payroll Administrator - Colven Group - East London, South Africa
(2015-07 - 2016-08)
- Administered end-to-end payroll operations utilising the VIP Payroll System, ensuring exceptional accuracy for multiple client accounts.
- Managed the processing of leave, sick leave, overtime, bonuses, and terminations, upholding the highest standards of data integrity.
- Drafted and issued employment contracts, confirmation letters, and essential payroll correspondence.
- Investigated payroll discrepancies and implemented effective corrective actions to preclude future occurrences.
- Coordinated closely with HR and management to guarantee unwavering compliance with labour laws and internal company policies.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end payroll reporting, furnishing valuable insights for financial planning and audit purposes.
Office Administrator → Health & Safety Officer - Aztec Contracting Specialists (Construction) - East London, South Africa
(2018-04 - 2020-02)
- Oversaw health and safety compliance across various construction sites, ensuring strict adherence to all applicable local regulations.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments and developed detailed site-specific safety files to mitigate potential hazards.
- Delivered essential employee inductions, toolbox talks, and targeted safety awareness training to bolster site-wide compliance.
- Performed daily site inspections and Planned Task Observations, diligently monitoring adherence to established safety protocols.
- Investigated workplace accidents and near-miss incidents, documenting comprehensive reports and formulating preventive recommendations.
- Chaired crucial safety meetings, maintained up-to-date health and safety registers, and managed the procurement and inspection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
- Functioned as a Level 3 First Aider, providing immediate and critical support during onsite emergencies.
Payroll Processor (Operations Department) - Fidelity Security Services - Gauteng, South Africa
(2020-09 - 2021-04)
- Managed employee onboarding and termination processes, ensuring high data integrity and precise alignment with payroll systems.
- Supported Human Resources Information System (HRIS) updates, conducted compliance checks, and reconciled new hire information.
Payroll Processing - Fidelity Security Services - Gauteng, South Africa
(2022-08 - 2023-08)
- Coordinated payroll workflows, implemented quality assurance measures, and provided team support for high-volume processing operations.
- Facilitated the onboarding of employees from significant national takeovers, including those from DOJ, PRASA, and Mining contracts.
Payroll administrator Team Leader - Fidelity Security Services - Gauteng, South Africa
(2023-09)
- Processed and verified payments for corporate social responsibility initiatives, ensuring adherence to budgetary and compliance standards.
- Guaranteed full compliance with established approval processes and managed accurate payout handling for all CSR activities.