Payroll Administrator – Ampath Laboratories 2026

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Payroll Administrator Vacancy at Ampath Laboratories 2026 | Centurion

Ampath Laboratories is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join its Payroll Department in Centurion, Gauteng. This permanent opportunity is ideal for payroll professionals who are passionate about accuracy, compliance, and delivering exceptional payroll services in a leading healthcare organisation.

Position Details

  • Job Title: Payroll Administrator
  • Reference Number: P140011
  • Company: Ampath Laboratories
  • Department: Payroll
  • Business Unit: Ampath Laboratories
  • Industry: Pharmaceutical and Medical/Healthcare
  • Job Type: Permanent
  • Location: Centurion, Gauteng
  • Working Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Work Schedule: 5 days per week
  • Salary: Market Related
  • Closing Date: 24 July 2026 at 21:00

About the Role

The Payroll Administrator plays a critical role in ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time every month. The successful candidate will process payroll transactions, maintain payroll records, reconcile payroll-related accounts, prepare payroll reports, and ensure compliance with statutory and company payroll requirements.

This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong analytical abilities, and the ability to manage confidential employee information with integrity and professionalism.

Key Responsibilities

Successful candidates will be responsible for:

  • Capturing and processing monthly payroll transactions.
  • Processing new employee appointments, transfers, promotions, and resignations.
  • Performing payroll validation and dummy payroll runs before salary payments.
  • Ensuring accurate salary calculations and deductions.
  • Processing overtime, leave adjustments, allowances, bonuses, and reimbursements.
  • Reconciling payroll control accounts.
  • Reconciling medical aid, provident fund, pension fund, and union deductions.
  • Preparing SARS submissions and payroll-related statutory payments.
  • Generating payroll reports for management and finance.
  • Maintaining employee payroll files and records.
  • Updating employee medical aid information.
  • Assisting with payroll audits and compliance checks.
  • Managing payroll stationery and administrative requirements.
  • Responding to payroll queries from employees professionally and efficiently.
  • Ensuring strict confidentiality of payroll information.
  • Supporting continuous improvements in payroll systems and processes.

Minimum Requirements

Applicants should possess:

  • Grade 12 (Matric) with Mathematics or Accounting at Higher Grade.
  • A recognised Payroll qualification.
  • At least five years’ general payroll experience.
  • At least five years’ payroll administration experience.
  • Extensive knowledge of payroll legislation and payroll best practices.

Knowledge and Technical Skills

Candidates should have knowledge of:

  • Payroll administration systems.
  • South African payroll legislation.
  • PAYE, UIF and SDL regulations.
  • SARS payroll requirements.
  • Employment Equity principles.
  • Labour legislation affecting payroll.
  • Employee benefits administration.
  • Payroll reconciliations and reporting.
  • Payroll auditing procedures.
  • Record management and document control.

Essential Skills

  • Advanced Microsoft Excel.
  • Computer literacy.
  • Numerical accuracy.
  • Analytical thinking.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Time management.
  • Planning and organising.
  • Communication skills.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Confidentiality and integrity.
  • Customer service orientation.
  • Ability to work under pressure.
  • Teamwork.
  • Report writing.

Personal Attributes

Ampath is looking for someone who is:

  • Highly organised.
  • Reliable and trustworthy.
  • Deadline driven.
  • Professional.
  • Adaptable.
  • Proactive.
  • Service-oriented.
  • Detail-focused.
  • Committed to continuous learning.

Benefits of Working at Ampath

Employees at Ampath enjoy the opportunity to:

  • Build a long-term career with one of South Africa’s leading healthcare organisations.
  • Work in a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Receive ongoing learning and development opportunities.
  • Gain exposure to advanced payroll systems and processes.
  • Work alongside experienced HR and payroll professionals.
  • Contribute to an organisation committed to service excellence and employee wellbeing.

Employment Equity

Ampath Laboratories is committed to transformation and Employment Equity. Preference may be given to candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity objectives.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

This role offers experienced payroll professionals the opportunity to work in a respected healthcare organisation where payroll accuracy, compliance, and employee satisfaction are key priorities. The successful candidate will become part of a professional team that values accountability, continuous improvement, and excellent service delivery.

How to Apply

Interested applicants should submit their applications through the official Ampath Careers portal before 24 July 2026 at 21:00. Late applications may not be considered. Ensure your CV is updated and all required supporting documents are attached before submitting your application.

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