Employee Compensation Coordinator

Edf Power Solutions; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions provider in Cape Town is seeking an Employee Compensation Coordinator for a 12-month contract. This role involves accurate payroll processing, ensuring compliance with tax and labor legislation, and handling payroll-related queries. The ideal candidate has a diploma in HR or Finance, payroll certification, and 2–4 years of payroll administration experience. Join a dynamic team driving sustainable change across Southern Africa.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of hands-on payroll administration experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation.
• Experience with payroll systems in a multi-country environment.

Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll across multiple payrolls.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations and company policies.
• Support payroll-related queries from employees.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Time management

Clear communication

Collaboration

Excel proficiency

Education

Diploma or degree in Human Resources or Finance

SAPA Payroll Practitioner Certificate

Tools

Sage

Payspace

VIP

Job description

About EDF Power Solutions

EDF Power Solutions—formed from the merger of EDF Renewables and EDF's International Division—is a leading integrated energy solutions provider in Sub‑Saharan Africa.

With 4 operational wind farms ( MW), over 1.4 GW of projects under construction, and an ambition to deliver 5 GW of renewable and storage projects by … the company is at the forefront of Africa's transition to sustainable, low‑carbon energy.

About the Role

We are seeking a detail‑oriented and dependable Employee Compensation Coordinator to join our People & Culture team in Cape Town.

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for approximately employees, maintaining compliance with tax and labour legislation, and supporting employees with payroll‑related queries.

This is a 12‑month contract position, starting 2 January, with a hybrid working model.

Key Responsibilities

• Process end‑to‑end payroll across multiple payrolls.
• Ensure payrolls run on time and comply with tax regulations and company policies.
• Maintain and update payroll records (new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes).
• Verify payroll inputs with supporting documentation and authorisations.
• Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies.
• Prepare payroll reports for Finance, HR, and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with third‑party providers (software vendors, consultants, benefit administrators).
• Support audits and ensure payroll documentation is accurate and audit‑ready.
• Act as first point of contact for payroll‑related queries.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to align payroll processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation.
• Provide general administrative support and assist with ad‑hoc payroll tasks.

What You’ll Need

• Qualifications & Certifications: Diploma or degree in Human Resources, Finance, or related field; SAPA Payroll Practitioner Certificate; payroll processing training; intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills; courses in Labour Law, Tax Compliance, Data Protection (POPIA/GDPR).
• Experience: 2‑4 years of hands‑on payroll administration; strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory reporting; experience with payroll systems (e.g., Sage, Payspace, VIP); exposure to multi‑country payroll or international teams is a plus; experience supporting payroll audits and managing full payroll cycles.
• Skills & Competencies: High attention to detail and data accuracy; strong problem‑solving and reconciliation skills; excellent time management and ability to meet strict deadlines; clear and professional communication skills; collaborative team player with a customer service mindset; ethical conduct and confidentiality in handling sensitive data; proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas); familiarity with HRIS and ERP integrations.

Why Join Us?

This is a great opportunity to contribute to the employee experience and operational excellence of a growing renewable energy leader.

You’ll be part of a dynamic team driving sustainable change across Southern Africa.

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