HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 380,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Training and development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a detail-oriented HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate payroll processing and robust employee data management. Hybrid work model offers a balance between office and remote work while maintaining compliance with SA labor regulations.

You will handle payroll, HR records, benefits administration, onboarding, and HR reporting, partnering with management to support reliable HR operations and data protection practices.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of HR administration and payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HRIS systems.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage employee records with data accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
• Administer employee benefits enrollments and changes.
• Assist with recruitment: schedule interviews and prepare offers.
• Onboard new employees and complete documentation.
• Respond to inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Maintain HR files and documentation per legal requirements.
• Generate HR reports for management as requested.
• Support HR team with administrative tasks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Discretion with confidential info

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR/Accounting/related field

Tools

Payroll software

HRIS systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a growing enterprise located in the historic town of Paarl, Western Cape , is looking for a detail-oriented and organized HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist. This role is essential for ensuring the smooth and accurate functioning of HR operations, with a particular focus on payroll processing and employee data management. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of payroll systems, South African labor regulations, and possess excellent administrative skills. You will be responsible for managing various HR administrative tasks and ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time. This position offers a hybrid work model, providing a balance between contributing to the team in the Paarl office and enjoying remote work flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Manage employee records, ensuring data accuracy, completeness, and confidentiality.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including new enrollments and changes.
• Assist with the recruitment process, including scheduling interviews and preparing offer letters.
• Onboard new employees, ensuring all necessary documentation is completed.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies.
• Maintain HR files and documentation in accordance with legal requirements.
• Generate HR reports as requested by management.
• Support the HR team with various administrative tasks and projects.
• Ensure compliance with data protection regulations.

Requirements

• A National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Accounting, or a related field.
• A minimum of 3-5 years of experience in HR administration and payroll processing.
• Proven proficiency with payroll software and HRIS systems.
• Thorough knowledge of South African payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, coupled with benefits such as medical aid contributions and a provident fund.
• Employees have access to training and development opportunities to enhance their skills.
• The hybrid work model provides valuable flexibility, allowing for a healthy work-life balance in the beautiful Paarl, Western Cape region.