Siziwe Gcaleka
Payroll Administrator
Emalahleni
Work Preference
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Administrator
Polyfix
06.2025 - Current
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.
- 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.
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Submitted reports on payroll activities.
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Prepared detailed reports on payroll activities for management review, highlighting areas requiring improvement or attention.
- Reduced errors in payroll calculations with meticulous attention to detail and thorough data verification.
- Developed custom spreadsheets that improved efficiency when calculating commissions, bonuses, or other special pay circumstances.
HR Assistant
Botshoga Trading Enterprise
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Filed paperwork, sorted, and delivered mail and maintained office organization.
- Answered and redirected incoming phone calls for office.
- Organized new employee orientation schedules for new hires.
- Monitored employee attendance and performance to verify punctuality and absences, addressing issues in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Delivered friendly assistance with new hires throughout interviewing and hiring process.
- Conducted new hire orientation to verify completion of appropriate paperwork, recording information on human resources database.
- Screened applicant resumes and coordinated both phone and in-person interviews.
- Created and completed personnel action forms for hires, terminations, title changes and terminations.
- Processed employee termination paperwork at direction of supervisory staff.
- Updated and maintained employee attendance records.
- Participated in recruitment and selection process for new hires.
- Responded to employee inquiries regarding benefits and other HR topics.
- Processed documentation for employee actions such as new hires, grievance resolutions and terminations.
- Developed and maintained HR policies and procedures.
- Set up orientations and initial training for new employees.
- Scheduled and coordinated interviews between hiring managers and potential candidates.
- Converted employee status from temporary to permanent.
- Conducted exit interviews with terminated employees.
- Compiled employee records from individual departments to maintain central files.
- Created job descriptions on boards for vacant jobs.
Payroll Administrator
Ramashu Supply Service
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
- Handled complex payroll situations such as back-pay calculations, garnishments, and overtime payments with accuracy and professionalism.
- Coordinated with HR personnel to verify accuracy and completeness of employee information.
- Submitted reports on payroll activities.
- Prepared detailed reports on payroll activities for management review, highlighting areas requiring improvement or attention.
- Conducted regular audits of payroll data to identify discrepancies and ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Managed employee records on database to maintain accuracy and updated information.
- Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
- 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.
Storekeeper
Arminco
03.2019 - 12.2022
- Maintained a clean and clutter-free warehouse, ensuring easy access to products and adherence to safety guidelines.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to workplace health and safety standards, conducting regular inspections, and reporting hazards immediately.
- Managed inventory levels effectively by conducting regular stocktakes and updating the tracking system accordingly.
- Supported customer satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and resolving issues related to orders, deliveries, or products.
- Contributed to team success by actively participating in staff meetings, sharing feedback on operational improvements, and assisting colleagues when needed.
- Reduced product damage with proper handling, storage, and packaging techniques during loading and unloading processes.
- Demonstrated excellent attention to detail while verifying incoming shipments against invoices or purchase orders for accuracy.
- Optimized space utilization within the warehouse, implementing effective stacking and storage strategies.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to minimize downtime due to malfunctions or safety concerns.
- Conducted quality checks on incoming goods before storage or distribution to ensure they met company standards.
Health and Safety Administrator
Steval Engineering
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Enhanced workplace safety by conducting thorough inspections and identifying potential hazards.
- Promoted a positive safety culture through recognition programs that acknowledged employees'' commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Streamlined incident reporting process, leading to faster resolutions and improved communication between departments.
- Championed a culture of continuous improvement in the area of health and safety, encouraging employee suggestions for enhancements.
- Collaborated with management to develop comprehensive safety training for all employees.
- Developed safety manuals and guidelines, providing clear instructions for employees on safe work practices.
Education
No Degree - Storeman
HDM
Secunda, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Computer Literacy/ Skills Program
PTA Tech College
Witbank, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Introduction To SAMTRAC/ ASHEPP
NOSA
Witbank, South Africa 04.2001 -
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Advisor Progressive College
Witbank, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Payroll processing
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Intermediate (B1)
Timeline
Payroll Administrator
Polyfix
06.2025 - Current
HR Assistant
Botshoga Trading Enterprise
06.2025 - 07.2025
Payroll Administrator
Ramashu Supply Service
06.2023 - 10.2024
Storekeeper
Arminco
03.2019 - 12.2022
Health and Safety Administrator
Steval Engineering
01.2016 - 12.2018
No Degree - Storeman
HDM
04.2001 -
No Degree - Computer Literacy/ Skills Program
PTA Tech College
04.2001 -
No Degree - Introduction To SAMTRAC/ ASHEPP
NOSA
04.2001 -
No Degree - Pre-Nursing
Advisor Progressive College
04.2001 -