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Streets Chartered Accountants

Location:
South Africa

Category:
Finance

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Not provided

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Job Description:

The Trainee Payroll Administrator will support the delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services for a diverse portfolio of clients. This role involves processing full-cycle payrolls, administering statutory allowances, ensuring correct payments, maintaining auto-enrolment responsibilities, and fostering positive client relationships. The position is ideal for someone eager to build a long-term career in payroll within a progressive, growing accountancy practice.

Job Responsibility:

Process and administer weekly and monthly payrolls from start to finish
Prepare and submit all statutory filings, including FPS, EPS, P45s, Starter Declarations, End-of-Year Declarations, and P60s
Manage the accurate payment of salaries and statutory allowances across a range of clients
Administer auto enrolment responsibilities in line with regulatory requirements
Complete all month-end and year-end payroll processes to required standards
Act as a point of contact for client queries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
Maintain strong, positive relationships with client contacts to support smooth payroll operations
Ensure all payroll reporting meets legislative requirements, HMRC guidance, and deadlines
Produce management reports as required
Assist with any ad hoc assignments or projects as directed by the Payroll Services Manager

Requirements:

Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel (intermediate level)
Ability to learn new systems and software quickly and accurately
Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure
Strong sense of accountability, demonstrating ownership of tasks and outcomes
Proactive approach to workload management with the ability to balance priorities effectively
Positive, adaptable, and solutions-focused mindset
Commitment to delivering excellent client service

What we offer:

Access to both internal and external training and development opportunities
Exposure to a broad range of clients across multiple industries
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Competitive employment package

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 12, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Remote work

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