Andisiwe Tola
Payroll Officer
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Payroll Officer and HR professional with a proven track record at Knorr-Bremse South Africa, excelling in payroll reconciliation and fostering teamwork. Skilled in Sage VIP Premier and Microsoft Office, adept at streamlining processes for efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in employee satisfaction and operational compliance through innovative problem-solving and effective collaboration.
Managed payroll activities for 300 employees in fast-paced environment and consistently completed payroll runs without delays. High-level technical skills and attention to detail leading to optimum outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Payroll Officer
Knorr- Bremse South Africa
Johannesburg
07.2023 - Current
- Full function of payroll to creating ACB and importing it to the bank.
- PAYE/UIF/SDL e-filing monthly and Electronic UIF submission.
- Process monthly salaries for 3 companies of about 204 employees.
- Process weekly payroll of about 96 employee.
- Manage provident fund on Sanlam, MIBFA and Discovery medical aid and Affinity Health Insurance.
- Payments of third parties ( Garnishes, EMP201, union subscriptions etc).
- Application of Tax Directives for retirements and Lumpsum Payments.
- Export General Ledger from Interface.
- Pull hours worked form PeopleWare accsys clocking system.
- Liase with Discovery and Sanlam with regards to new entrants, exits and transfers.
- Print, distribute payslips and IRP5's.
- Complete relevant discharge forms i.e Ui19, provident fund exit forms and Certificate of service.
- Managed garnishments, deductions, and other adjustments to ensure accurate payroll calculations and compliance with legal requirements.
- Reconciled health care benefits, tax contributions, and retirement accounts to facilitate large-scale account reconciliations.
- Liaised with external auditors during annual reviews to provide necessary documentation and answer questions related to the company''s payroll processes.
- Resolved complex payroll issues promptly, maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction.
- Provided exceptional customer service by responding to employee inquiries regarding payslips, deductions, taxes, and benefits in a timely manner.
- Maintained confidentiality by securely storing sensitive employee information according to established data protection protocols.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll processes to identify areas for improvement and maintain best practices.
- Uploaded time records into computer system and made adjustments to create accurate database for payroll processing functions.
- Managed payroll data entry and processing for 300 employees.
- Managed end-to-end processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for a diverse workforce within strict deadlines.
- Calculated wages, deductions and bonuses in accordance with company policies.
- Managed and updated employee benefits information.
HR & Payroll Administrator
Knorr-Bremse South Africa
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Responded to employee inquiries to provide information regarding payroll deductions and related issues.
- Managed accurate records of employee time off, leave balances, and attendance for precise pay calculation.
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.
- Prepared new hire letters, employee contracts, and corporate policies.
- Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
- Assisted employees with benefits enrollment, ensuring accuracy of information and timely processing of forms.
- Coordinated employee events and recognition programs to promote a positive work culture and strengthen team relationships.
- Partnered with department managers to identify staffing needs and develop effective recruiting strategies.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration among departments through well-organized team building activities and workshops.
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
HR Intern
Knorr-Bremse South Africa
Johannesburg
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Supported HR team with the creation of comprehensive onboarding materials, improving employee retention rates.
- Managed confidential personnel files, maintaining accuracy and upholding strict privacy standards.
- Tracked employee attendance, identifying trends and providing insights for management to address any potential issues promptly.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for increased efficiency in talent acquisition efforts.
- Assisted in organizing company-wide events, boosting morale and fostering positive workplace relationships among colleagues.
- Aided in updating job descriptions regularly, keeping them relevant to current market trends and organizational needs.
- Posted job openings, screened resumes and scheduled interviews to fill positions with qualified candidates.
- Answered phone and performed clerical duties to assist human resources department.
- Worked with HR team to coordinate company events.
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Created and updated tracking spreadsheets using MS Excel.
- Updated and maintained employee records to respond quickly to requests for information.
- Assisted human resources and recruiting teams by scheduling phone screens and on-site interviews.
- Conducted orientations and helped employees complete necessary paperwork to get new hires established and up to speed quickly.
Education
Diploma - Human Resources Management
Tshwane University Of Technology
Pretoria 01.2013 - 12.2015
Skills
Sage VIP Premier-Payroll Interface, BIM Reports, SMART Reporting, Separate Payslips, Employment Equity
Skills Development Facilitator
Well time management & deadline driven
Employee file maintenance
Multitasking
Work planning
Payroll reconciliation
Problem-solving abilities
Microsoft office
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Payroll Officer
Knorr- Bremse South Africa
07.2023 - Current
HR & Payroll Administrator
Knorr-Bremse South Africa
01.2019 - 06.2023
HR Intern
Knorr-Bremse South Africa
01.2017 - 12.2018
Diploma - Human Resources Management
Tshwane University Of Technology
01.2013 - 12.2015