HR Payroll Specialist

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement savings plan

Hybrid work options

Continuous learning

Job summary

Placements24 in Sandton is seeking a meticulous HR Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and related HR functions. The role collaborates with Finance and HR to ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery, statutory deductions, and compliant records.

You will resolve discrepancies and support HR operations with precision. The ideal candidate has 3+ years of payroll experience, strong SA payroll knowledge including PAYE and UIF, and proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation, PAYE, and UIF.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements.
• Manage employee data updates in the payroll system (new hires, terminations, salary changes).
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance departments.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Payroll knowledge

Education

Qualification in Payroll Management or Accounting or HR

Tools

Payroll software

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and detail-oriented HR Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and related HR functions for their employees in Sandton . This role is crucial for ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery, managing statutory deductions, and maintaining payroll records. You will work closely with the finance department and HR team to resolve payroll discrepancies and ensure compliance with all relevant legislation. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional to contribute to the financial well-being of employees and the accuracy of HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll regulations, tax laws, and statutory requirements.
• Manage employee data updates in the payroll system, including new hires, terminations, and salary changes.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance departments.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Payroll Management, Accounting, or Human Resources.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation, PAYE, and UIF.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with potential for overtime pay.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Opportunities for continuous learning in payroll and HR systems.
• A professional and collaborative work environment in Sandton .
• Flexible work arrangements, including hybrid options.