HR Payroll Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working model

Medical aid contribution

Pension fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced HR Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and related HR functions for employees in Soweto and surrounding areas. The role ensures accurate and timely payroll, handles remuneration queries, maintains records, and supports benefits administration within a dynamic organization.

This hybrid role offers a balanced work schedule and opportunities to liaise with the finance team on payroll integrity and compliance with SA tax and labor laws.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of payroll processing and HR administration experience.
• Knowledge of SA payroll regulations and tax laws (PAYE, UIF, SDL) and BCEA.
• Proficiency with payroll software and MS Excel.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees.
• Manage remuneration queries, adjustments, and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and generate payroll reports.
• Assist with benefits administration (leave, medical aid, pension funds).
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding payroll and HR matters.

Skills

Payroll regulations

Payroll software

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

National Diploma or Certificate in Payroll Administration/HR/Accounting

Job description

Our client is looking for an experienced HR Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing and related HR functions for their workforce in Soweto and surrounding areas. This role ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll, manages employee remuneration queries, and assists with broader HR administration. You will work closely with the finance department to maintain payroll integrity and compliance with all relevant tax and labor laws. This hybrid role offers a great opportunity for a meticulous individual to ensure the smooth financial administration of employee compensation within a dynamic organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees, ensuring compliance with tax regulations.
• Manage employee remuneration queries, adjustments, and deductions.
• Maintain payroll records and generate relevant payroll reports.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits, including leave, medical aid, and retirement funds.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders regarding payroll and HR-related matters.

Requirements

• National Diploma or Certificate in Payroll Administration, HR Management, or Accounting.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing and HR administration.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll regulations, tax laws (PAYE, UIF, SDL), and BCEA.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with potential for overtime pay.
• Contribution towards medical aid and a pension fund.
• Hybrid working model offering work-life balance.
• Opportunities for further training in payroll and HR systems.
• A supportive team environment in Soweto .