HR Coordinator - Payroll and Benefits Specialist

Placements24; Bellville; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work

Professional growth

Medical aid

Provident fund

Home office flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an HR Coordinator with a strong payroll and benefits focus for a remote role servicing staff across South Africa. The candidate will ensure accurate payroll processing, benefits administration, and data integrity within supported locations.

Ideal applicants have 3–5 years in HR administration, solid payroll software experience, and excellent attention to detail. The position offers flexibility and remote collaboration with a modern, responsive HR team.

Qualifications

• Relevant HR or Payroll administration qualification.
• 3–5 years of HR administration experience with a strong payroll focus.
• Proficiency with payroll software and HRIS systems (VIP Payroll, Sage, Workday, SAP HR).
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and data handling accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-service orientation.
• Ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Administer and process monthly payroll using HRIS/payroll software.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL and other deductions.
• Manage enrollment, changes and terminations for medical aid and retirement funds.
• Serve as primary payroll and benefits contact for employees.
• Reconcile payroll and benefits data and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain confidential payroll/benefits records.
• Liaise with external payroll providers and benefit admins.
• Assist in communicating benefits information to staff.
• Support ad-hoc payroll/benefits reporting for HR managers.
• Document all payroll and benefits processes per internal controls.

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS proficiency

Data accuracy

Excel reporting

Education

HR/Payroll qualification

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

Workday

SAP HR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a progressive technology firm, is seeking a meticulous and organised HR Coordinator with a strong focus on payroll and benefits administration. This is a critical role within the HR department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll and the effective management of employee benefits programs for staff located in Centurion, Gauteng and beyond. As a fully remote position, this role requires self-discipline, excellent time management, and the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and employees across different locations. The HR Coordinator will play a key part in maintaining the integrity of HR data and ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to specialize in payroll and benefits within a supportive and modern work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and process monthly payroll accurately and efficiently using HRIS/payroll software.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory payroll deductions and submissions (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Manage employee benefits administration, including enrollment, changes, and terminations for medical aid, retirement funds, and other schemes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for employee queries regarding payroll and benefits.
• Reconcile payroll and benefits data, identifying and resolving discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records related to payroll and benefits.
• Liaise with external payroll providers and benefit administrators as required.
• Assist in the development and communication of benefits information to employees.
• Support HR managers with ad-hoc reporting on payroll and benefits data.
• Ensure all payroll and benefits processes are documented and adhere to internal controls.

Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Payroll Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in HR administration, with a significant focus on payroll and benefits processing.
• Proficiency in using payroll software and HRIS systems (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage, Workday, SAP HR).
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax regulations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data handling.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote setting.
• Discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary of up to ZAR per annum, commensurate with experience.
• As a remote role, employees enjoy the flexibility and autonomy to work from anywhere within South Africa.
• The company provides excellent opportunities for professional growth and development, including access to online training resources and the chance to expand expertise in payroll and benefits.
• Employees also benefit from comprehensive medical aid and provident fund contributions.
• Our client is committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative remote work culture, ensuring that all employees feel connected and valued.
• Enjoy a healthy work-life balance and the convenience of working from home, while still being an integral part of a dynamic team in Centurion, Gauteng .