Hr Payroll Officer(M / D / F) - South Africa (Johannesburg)

Capago International; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

CAPAGO International seeks an experienced HR Payroll Officer to manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with regulations. The role requires at least 2 years of payroll processing experience and proficiency in English, with French as a plus. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering exceptional service in a growing environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in Payroll processing.
• Fluent in written and spoken English; French is an advantage.
• Specialization in Payroll within HR studies is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing payroll components and ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Calculating contributions and managing absences.
• Preparing social security declarations and maintaining payroll accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Communication

Leadership

Performance-oriented mindset

Ability to work under pressure

Proactivity

Team-oriented

Education

Diploma or degree in Human Resources

Matric or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: HR Payroll Officer

Location: Johannesburg, South Africa

Contract: Temporary, 6 months (no freelance or expatriation)

Experience: Minimum 2 years in Payroll processing

Languages: Fluent in written and spoken English (mandatory); French is an advantage

Knowledge: Understanding of tax regulations, labor laws, and statutory compliance

About Us

CAPAGO is a French provider of outsourcing services for European governments and diplomatic missions, managing visa application centres for Schengen visa processing. Operating in 9 countries, we process over 250,000 visa applications annually. We are expanding our Human Resources department and seek an experienced HR Payroll Officer eager for new challenges in a dynamic, people-focused environment.

Job Description

The HR Payroll Officer is responsible for managing payroll components, monitoring legislative changes, and ensuring compliance with social security contributions and tax regulations. The role involves preparing compensation components, managing payroll calculations, and addressing employee inquiries regarding payroll and social security.

Key Responsibilities

1. Calculating contributions based on applicable rates
2. Managing absences (paid leave, sick leave, etc.)
3. Collecting overtime and incentive data
4. Entering compensation data into payroll systems
5. Issuing payslips and maintaining payroll deductions and reimbursements
6. Preparing social security declarations and ensuring timely payments
7. Maintaining contact with social security organizations and regulatory bodies
8. Verifying payroll transactions and correcting errors
9. Performing additional tasks as assigned by management

Skills and Qualifications

1. Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
2. French language skills are advantageous
3. Attention to detail and accuracy
4. Discretion and confidentiality
5. Performance-oriented mindset
6. Strong communication and leadership skills
7. Ability to work under pressure
8. Energetic, proactive, versatile, team-oriented

Educational Background and Experience

1. Matric or equivalent
2. Diploma or degree in Human Resources or related field (Bachelors preferred)
3. 2-5 years of payroll processing experience
4. Specialization in Payroll within HR studies is a plus