HR & Payroll Administrator

Exceed Human Resource Consultants; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Exceed Human Resource Consultants is seeking a Payroll Administrator in Stellenbosch to process weekly, monthly and casual payrolls with precision and confidentiality. You will maintain records, handle leave administration and payroll queries, and support general HR tasks while ensuring compliance with SARS, UIF and EMP501 requirements.

The role requires 3+ years in payroll administration, matric, and ideally a payroll qualification.

Qualifications

• Matric is required; payroll qualification or related certification is advantageous.
• Minimum 3 years' payroll administration experience.
• Experience with VIP Payroll or similar software is advantageous.
• Solid understanding of SA statutory requirements (SARS, UIF, EMP501, SDL, etc.).
• Strong numerical, organisational and administrative abilities with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, monthly, and casual payrolls accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records and employee information; ensure statutory compliance.
• Manage leave administration and payroll queries; handle third-party payments.
• Assist HR administration and maintain confidential employee records.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations and statutory submissions.

Skills

Numerical skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Team player

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Payroll certification advantageous

Tools

VIP Payroll

Payroll software

Job description

Reference:11266 SJ Consultant:Soné Johnson

Job Description

• Process weekly, monthly, and casual payrolls accurately and on time.
• Maintain payroll records, employee information, and statutory compliance.
• Manage leave administration, payroll queries, and third-party payments.
• Assist with HR administration, including employee records, disciplinary documentation, and general office support.
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and statutory submissions while ensuring confidentiality and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Matric (Grade 12); payroll qualification or related certification advantageous.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a payroll administration role.
• Experience with VIP Payroll or similar payroll software is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and South African statutory requirements (SARS, UIF, EMP501, SDL, etc.).
• Excellent numerical, organisational, and administrative skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and maintain strict confidentiality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team.