Hr Data

Montego Pet Nutrition; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet food manufacturer is seeking an HR Data & Payroll Analyst in Centurion, Gauteng. The ideal candidate will turn raw data into insightful reports and manage HR and payroll data with accuracy. Candidates should have 5+ years of experience in payroll administration, advanced skills in Excel and Power BI, and relevant certifications. This permanent position offers a collaborative environment focused on data-driven HR strategies.

Benefits

Market-related salary

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in payroll administration and HR data management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel certification is a must.
• Power BI certification will score you major points.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and ensure accuracy of HR and payroll data.
• Build and maintain interactive HR dashboards in Excel and Power BI.
• Validate imports and perform reconciliations for payroll.

Skills

Excel mastery

Power BI mastery

Data validation

Payroll system literacy

Analytical mindset

Education

Grade 12 (NQF 4) or equivalent

Diploma or certificate in HR, Payroll, or Data Analytics

Tools

Sage People

Jarrison

Advanced Microsoft Excel

Job description

We're looking for an HR Data & Payroll Analyst who can turn raw data into meaningful insight — and ensure that every line, column, and decimal contributes to strategic, people-focused decision‑making.

This role is part detective, part data artist, and part payroll pro — ideal for someone who can balance analytical rigour with a good sense of humour (and maybe a strong coffee).

What You'll Do (and Do Brilliantly)

• HR Data Management & Integrity
  • Keep our HR and payroll data squeaky clean, accurate, and compliant.
  • Reconcile data across systems monthly and ensure everyone plays by the data‑quality rulebook.
  • Validate employee master data and benefits — because precision is power.
• Data Analysis, Reporting & BI Dashboards
  • Build and maintain interactive HR dashboards in Excel and Power BI that make managers say, “Wow.”
  • Deliver crisp reports on headcount, overtime, leave, and cost trends — then automate it all.
  • Turn data into stories that help shape smarter HR strategies.
• Payroll Support & Stand‑In Duties
  • Validate imports, perform reconciliations, and keep payroll humming in harmony.
  • Stand in for the Payroll Officer when needed — because data waits for no one.
  • Conduct variance analysis to keep everything perfectly in sync.
• System Maintenance & Integration
  • Maintain and update configurations in HR systems (Sage People, Jarrison, and friends).
  • Work with IT and HR to improve interfaces and automate reporting magic.
  • Test and document changes like a pro (compliance & reporting).
  • Ensure every report meets BCEA, LRA, and tax standards.
  • Keep sensitive HR data under lock and key — POPIA says thank you.
  • Support Employment Equity and statutory reporting.
• People Support & Collaboration
  • Partner with HR, Finance, and Management to deliver data‑driven insight.
  • Guide colleagues on how to make the most of HR systems and reporting tools.
  • Help shape conversations and decisions with your data‑savvy brilliance.

About Montego

Montego Pet Nutrition, a family business established in the Karoo, is the leading independent pet food manufacturer in the African Market.

As a pioneer in pet care, we have always been passionate about bettering pets, people, and the planet.

For 25 years, our genuine love of pets has been at the heart of our business and supports our brand promise of "Better Every Day".

Today, pet owners in more than 20 countries across five continents trust us to produce world‑class products with the health and wellbeing of pets in mind.

Requirements

• Grade 12 (NQF 4) or equivalent and Advanced Microsoft Excel certification is a must.
• A diploma or certificate in HR, Payroll, or Data Analytics, plus Power BI certification will score you major points.
• 5+ years’ experience in payroll administration and HR data management.

Qualifications & Skills

• Excel and Power BI mastery.
• Payroll and HR system literacy (Sage People, Jarrison, etc.).
• Data validation, reconciliation, and storytelling through reports.
• Time management, organisation, and a flair for detail.
• Analytical, ethical, and methodical mindset.
• Self‑driven with a service‑oriented mindset.
• Problem solver with sharp communication skills.
• Solid grasp of HR legislation (BCEA, LRA, Income Tax Act, etc.).
• Payroll and reconciliation know‑how.
• Understanding of time & attendance systems and document management.

Position Details

Work Level: Junior
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: Market Related
EE Position: No
Location: Centurion