HR and Payroll Clerk: Detail‑Oriented & Growth‑Ready

O'Brien Recruitment; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings

Professional development

Annual leave

Job summary

O'Brien Recruitment is seeking an organized HR Administrator and Payroll Clerk for a Centurion-based role. You will maintain employee records, process payroll, and support both HR and finance functions within the SA context.

The ideal candidate has a relevant HR or payroll qualification and experience with VIP Payroll/Sage, strong data accuracy, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. This on-site role offers a supportive team and clear growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration and payroll within SA.
• Strong data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Proficient with HRIS and payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Process data changes for hires, terminations, and status updates.
• Prepare and process monthly payroll on time, with tax compliance.
• Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with employee benefits administration (medical aid, retirement funds).
• Support recruitment activities including scheduling interviews and offers.
• Prepare HR reports and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with SA labour laws and policies.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Provide general HR department support.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

Data entry

Microsoft Excel

Confidentiality

Education

HR or Bookkeeping/Payroll Administration qualification

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

Job description

O'Brien Recruitment is seeking an organized HR Administrator and Payroll Clerk for a Centurion-based role. You will maintain employee records, process payroll, and support both HR and finance functions within the SA context.

The ideal candidate has a relevant HR or payroll qualification and experience with VIP Payroll/Sage, strong data accuracy, and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. This on-site role offers a supportive team and clear growth opportunities.