HR Admin & Payroll Clerk — On-Site in Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Job summary

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a meticulous HR Administrator and Payroll Clerk to support daily HR tasks and payroll processing for all staff. You will maintain employee records, assist with recruitment, and handle payroll inquiries with confidentiality and accuracy.

The role emphasizes adherence to South African payroll procedures and labour law, with opportunities for development in a stable, well-established institution.

Qualifications

• Matriculation certificate is essential; a relevant HR or Payroll qualification is an advantage.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR administration and payroll processing.
• Proven experience with payroll software and HRIS systems.
• Strong understanding of payroll procedures and South African labor law.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Must be available to work on-site in Bloemfontein, Free State.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring all employee details, hours, and deductions are correct.
• Maintain employee records in the HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assist with the onboarding process for new employees, including documentation and system setup.
• Manage employee files, both physical and digital, ensuring compliance with record-keeping requirements.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Assist in the recruitment process, including posting jobs, screening applications, and scheduling interviews.
• Support the administration of employee benefits programs.
• Generate HR reports as required, ensuring data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws and institutional policies in Bloemfontein, Free State.
• Perform general administrative duties for the HR department as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Matriculation certificate

HR or Payroll qualification

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 in Bloemfontein, Free State, is seeking a meticulous HR Administrator and Payroll Clerk to support daily HR tasks and payroll processing for all staff. You will maintain employee records, assist with recruitment, and handle payroll inquiries with confidentiality and accuracy.

The role emphasizes adherence to South African payroll procedures and labour law, with opportunities for development in a stable, well-established institution.