HR Payroll Specialist

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Competitive salary

Supportive team

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an accurate HR Payroll Specialist in Polokwane to manage payroll processing and related HR functions. You will work with finance and HR to ensure timely payments and compliant payroll records, contributing to employee financial well‑being and operational efficiency.

The role offers a hybrid work model, opportunities for payroll/HR development, and a collaborative team environment in Polokwane.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of payroll processing experience.
• Understanding of South African payroll legislation and tax requirements.
• Qualified in Payroll Administration, Accounting, or HR.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule.
• Manage payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and tax regulations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records for hires, terminations, and changes.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure data integrity.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Payroll software

Education

Payroll Administration / Accounting / HR qualification

Tools

MS Excel

Payroll software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an accurate and efficient HR Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and related HR functions in Polokwane . This role is critical for ensuring timely and accurate payment of salaries and wages, maintaining payroll records, and ensuring compliance with payroll regulations. You will work closely with the finance department and HR team to provide seamless payroll services. This position offers a great opportunity to contribute to the financial well-being of employees and the operational efficiency of the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll accurately and efficiently on a regular basis, ensuring all employees are paid correctly.
• Manage payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll legislation and tax regulations.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes in pay rates.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance departments.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure data integrity.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Payroll Administration, Accounting, or Human Resources.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing.
• Thorough understanding of South African payroll legislation and tax requirements.
• Proficiency with payroll software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model allowing for flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional development in payroll and HR.
• A key role in ensuring accurate compensation for employees in Polokwane .
• Supportive team environment.