Payroll Assistant – Human Capital, Head Office Reitz

About the Job

VKB Group, an agricultural company operating in the food supply chain, is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to join their Payroll Department as a Payroll Assistant. This permanent role involves assisting with labor administration and the accurate archiving of payroll documentation for over 7,000 employees.

Responsibilities

Support the payroll team with document management, scanning, indexing, and archiving of payroll and employee records.
Perform general labour administration tasks, including basic data entry, follow-ups on employee documentation, and assistance with UIF claims.
Assist with the processing and tracking of payroll-related forms and ensure completeness and accuracy.
Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders in a professional and friendly manner.
Maintain compliance with internal processes and statutory requirements (e.g., BCEA, UIF).
Assist with preparing standard payroll-related reports or summaries when required.
Ensure deadlines are met consistently and escalate issues proactively.
Help identify process inefficiencies and suggest practical improvements.

Requirements

Grade 12 / NQF 4.
Full computer literacy, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).
100% proficiency in English (reading, writing, and understanding).
Ability to do repetitive tasks with consistent attention to detail.
Good time management and ability to meet deadlines.
Friendly, professional, and patient client service orientation.
High level of integrity, accuracy, and accountability.
Knowledge of BCEA (Basic Conditions of Employment Act) and UIF claims will be an advantage.
Additional language skills (Afrikaans or other official languages) beneficial.
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., SAGE People) is a plus.
Self-motivated and able to work independently in a deadline-driven environment.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to “think out of the box”.