Fleet Payroll Administrator

Description:

Job Purpose:
We are currently seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in the fishing sector. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll administration within the maritime industry, particularly in managing payroll for crew members on fishing vessels. This role is crucial for ensuring accurate and timely payment to crew members while adhering to industry regulations and company policies.


Key Performance Areas:

• Manage payroll processing for crew members working on fishing vessels, including data entry, verification, and calculation of wages and bonuses.
• Ensure accurate recording of crew hours and additional compensation based on contract terms and industry standards.
• Coordinate with operations managers to gather payroll-related data and resolve any discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for crew members regarding payroll inquiries, issues, and disputes.

Knowledge & Requirements:

• Grade 12 with 6+ years experience within the payroll field
• Minimum of 2 years experience working on Sage 300 people with Job costing modules.
• Solid knowledge of payroll principles, processes and procedures
• Solid understanding of relevant legislation (Tax, BCEA, Employee Benefits)
• Excel intermediate user.
• Excellent administration skills and good communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Detail-oriented, Proactive, Pressure resilient, Independent but needs to be a Team player
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience with time and attendance and multiple pay frequencies
• Previous experience in payroll administration within the maritime industry, preferably in the fishing sector.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Requirements:

• Manage payroll processing for crew members working on fishing vessels, including data entry, verification, and calculation of wages and bonuses.
• Ensure accurate recording of crew hours and additional compensation based on contract terms and industry standards.
• Coordinate with operations managers to gather payroll-related data and resolve any discrepancies.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for crew members regarding payroll inquiries, issues, and disputes.

• Grade 12 with 6+ years experience within the payroll field
• Minimum of 2 years experience working on Sage 300 people with Job costing modules.
• Solid knowledge of payroll principles, processes and procedures
• Solid understanding of relevant legislation (Tax, BCEA, Employee Benefits)
• Excel intermediate user.
• Excellent administration skills and good communication skills
• Good time management and organisational skills
• Detail-oriented, Proactive, Pressure resilient, Independent but needs to be a Team player
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience with time and attendance and multiple pay frequencies
• Previous experience in payroll administration within the maritime industry, preferably in the fishing sector.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.