Hybrid Payroll Specialist — Compliance & Benefits Expert

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Medical aid access

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist for a mid-sized manufacturing client in Welkom, Free State. This hybrid role combines in-office duties with remote flexibility and focuses on end-to-end payroll, accurate records, and compliance with SA tax regulations.

You will manage weekly to monthly payroll, liaison with HR, handle new hires and terminations, and ensure BCEA, LRA, UIF, PAYE, and SDL compliance while protecting confidential data.

Qualifications

• National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Payroll Management, or HR.
• 3–5 years' payroll administration and processing experience.
• Proven knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax rules (PAYE, UIF, SDL).

Responsibilities

• Process accurate weekly/bi-weekly/monthly payroll for all employees using designated payroll software.
• Ensure payroll transactions are accurate, including wages, deductions, benefits, and taxes.
• Manage onboarding for payroll, including setting up employee records and explaining payroll policies.
• Process terminations, ensuring final pay is calculated correctly and in compliance with regulations.
• Administer benefits deductions and report to benefit providers.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation (BCEA, LRA, UIF, PAYE, SDL).
• Prepare and submit required payroll-related reports to government agencies and internal management.
• Maintain confidential employee payroll records and ensure data accuracy.
• Liaise with HR to ensure accurate employee data changes are reflected in the payroll system.
• Respond to employee queries regarding payroll information and deductions.
• Stay updated on changes in payroll legislation and best practices.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Time management

HR processes

Communication skills

Education

Accounting or HR degree

Tools

Sage VIP

PaySpace

EasyPay

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist for a mid-sized manufacturing client in Welkom, Free State. This hybrid role combines in-office duties with remote flexibility and focuses on end-to-end payroll, accurate records, and compliance with SA tax regulations.

You will manage weekly to monthly payroll, liaison with HR, handle new hires and terminations, and ensure BCEA, LRA, UIF, PAYE, and SDL compliance while protecting confidential data.