Payroll Clerk

Betko Fresh Produce, established in 1988, is a family-operated business specialising in the export of premium apples and pears to over 40 countries. Rooted in Villiersdorp, South Africa, Betko has grown from a local fruit trader into a respected international supplier. The company currently has a vacancy for a detail-oriented Payroll Clerk to take responsibility for managing the payroll function for wage staff at Betko.

Responsibilities:

• Payroll administration (e.g. employee onboarding and -termination, wage processing, attendance records, overtime, etc.)
• Leave management and coordination
• Handle employee queries regarding payslips, leave balances, bank related documentation, etc.
• Weekly and monthly payroll reports
• Receive and process daily pack out data and compile weekly reports regarding production per pack line

Requirements:

• 5 years of experience working with payroll systems
• Strong understanding of payroll procedures, labour laws, and statutory deadlines
• Knowledge of leave procedures
• Good understanding of UIF processes and other deductibles
• Above average computer literacy (at least 5 years of experience and solid understanding of Farm Cost Solutions system, Crest software is preferrable)
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Suite
• Knowledge of employee onboarding and termination procedures, including disciplinary dismissals (e.g. UI19 forms, etc.)
• Familiarity with Provident Fund processes and related documentation and submissions
• Strong mathematics and accounting skills
• Understanding of the production process and ability to compile relevant reports
• Good interpersonal skills (for queries etc.)
• Excellent planning and reporting abilities