Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC, our people in finance focus on providing financial advice and strategic guidance to clients, helping them optimise their financial performance and make informed business decisions. These individuals handle financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.

Those in payroll at PwC will assist in the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees. Working in this area, you will handle payroll administration, including calculating wages, deductions, and taxes, as well as confirming compliance with relevant laws and regulations. Your responsibilities include collaborating with HR teams to maintain employee records, address payroll-related inquiries, and assist in payroll accuracy. You will play a crucial role in making sure employees are paid correctly and on time, contributing to the overall financial well-being of the organisation and supporting employee satisfaction.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

Role Summary:

To administer and process full payroll functions on Sage 300 People. To assist and support other Payroll Consultants. The Payroll consultant will be part of the Payroll team in Waterfall. The purpose of the position is to perform payroll administration activities for the Payroll department.

Qualifications / Certifications required:

Grade 12 / Matric / Diploma

Experience required:

Minimum 2 years experience in a payroll environment

Responsibilities of role:

• Receive and process salary input pertaining to various roles

• Administer and process medical aid, provident fund and pension fund documentation for new appointments and terminations

• Reconcile differences between CAMAF payments and billing

• Ensure all changes have been properly processed on the VIP payroll system

• Check and sign off relevant departments at period close

• Update leave records on an ongoing basis

• Assist with preparation and distribution of monthly reports

• Print ad hoc reports from VIP as requested

• Liaise with partners and senior management in local offices i.r.o. payroll sign off queries and follow-ups

• Attend to preparation of requisitions for ad hoc payments

• Other payroll related duties may be assigned

 

Skill sets required:

Proficiency in Excel

Sound organisation and administration skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Be accurate and detail oriented

Be deadline driven

Agencies please note: This recruitment assignment is being managed directly by PwC’s Talent Acquisition team. We will reach out to our preferred agency partners in the rare instance we require additional talent options. Any speculative or unsolicited CV’s received will be treated as a direct application.  Your respect for this process is appreciated.

 

As a Workday Data Capturer within the Integrated Financial Solutions (IFS) department of our company, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of employee data within the Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) system. You will collaborate with various teams to input, validate, and maintain employee-related information, contributing to the smooth functioning of HR and payroll processes. Your attention to detail, data accuracy, and understanding of HR operations will be essential to the success of our organization.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Data Entry and Validation: Accurately capture and input employee data into the Workday HCM system, including personal details, employment history, compensation, benefits, and performance-related information.

Documentation: Maintain organized records of employee documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Data Integrity: Regularly review and audit employee records to identify and rectify any discrepancies, inconsistencies, or errors. Collaborate with HR and other relevant teams to resolve issues promptly.

System Maintenance: Assist in the ongoing maintenance of the Workday system by updating employee records as needed, reflecting changes in positions, roles, and departments.

Process Improvement: Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of data capture and maintenance procedures.

Data Security: Adhere to data security and confidentiality protocols when handling sensitive employee information, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations.

Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with HR, Payroll, Benefits, and other teams to ensure accurate data exchange and smooth information flow across departments.

Problem Solving: Address data-related inquiries and issues from various stakeholders, providing timely and accurate solutions.

Reporting: Generate regular and ad hoc reports on employee data metrics, assisting in decision-making and reporting requirements.

Training and Support: Provide guidance and training to HR team members and other relevant personnel on data capture best practices and Workday system usage.

Qualifications and Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent; relevant college education or HR-related certification is a plus.

Proven experience in data entry, preferably within an HR or payroll context.

Familiarity with HR operations and understanding of employment-related information.

Proficiency in using HRIS systems, particularly Workday HCM, is advantageous.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and maintenance.

Excellent organizational skills to manage and track multiple employee records effectively.

Strong verbal and written communication skills for interaction with cross-functional teams.

Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with the utmost discretion.

Problem-solving skills to identify and address data-related discrepancies and issues.

Basic knowledge of data protection regulations and privacy best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous experience with Workday HCM or similar HRIS platforms.

Additional certifications or training in HR, data management, or relevant fields.

Working Conditions:

This is typically an office-based role.

May require occasional overtime during peak periods.

Travel Requirements

0%

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Job Posting End Date

March 1, 2025