HRIS and Payroll Specialist

Scatec; Cape Town; On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Scatec, a frontrunner in renewable energy, seeks a dedicated HRIS and Payroll Specialist in Cape Town. This role is crucial for ensuring efficient HR and payroll services, managing HR information systems, and contributing to a data-driven, seamless employee experience within the organization. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in HRIS and payroll management along with the ability to enhance digital processes and analytics.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in HRIS data management and HR administration.
• 5 years' experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Familiarity with South African labour and tax legislation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and monitor employee data in HRIS system and payroll.
• Provide training on HRIS and payroll functionalities.
• Execute payroll functions, including regulatory submissions.

Skills

Data management

Problem-solving

Training and support

Education

Advanced Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or Payroll Administration

Tools

Sage 300 People

SharePoint

Job description

Overview

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of positionCurrently we are looking for an HRIS and Payroll Specialist in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our HRIS and Payroll Specialist you will ensure efficient, accurate, and compliant HR and payroll services by managing the company’s HR information systems (HRIS) and payroll processes. As a key member of the People & Organisation team, the role supports data-driven decision-making, ensures high-quality system administration, and contributes to a seamless employee experience across the employee lifecycle.

The HRIS & Payroll Specialist is the custodian of employee master data across HR systems and payroll platforms. The role ensures accurate processing of all payroll transactions, maintains the integrity of HRIS data, and supports efficient onboarding and offboarding processes. As a data-driven contributor to the People & Organisation (P&O) team, this role plays a key part in digitalising processes, improving reporting capability, and supporting the Payroll & Rewards Advisor in reward and benefit administration.

Main responsibilities

• Maintain, monitor, and update employee data in the HRIS system
• Ensure the accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality of employee information
• Provide training and support to managers and colleagues on the use of relevant HRIS and payroll systems
• Generate, analyse, and present HR-related data, statistics, and trends to support business decisions and strategic planning
• Identify and implement opportunities to digitalize and automate HR workflows for increased efficiency
• Manage all administrative tasks related to employee entry and exit, ensuring compliance and proper system updates
• Support employee induction through systems setup, access provisioning, and onboarding checklist
• Execute the complete payroll function, including monthly inputs, reconciliations, third-party payments, and statutory submissions
• Assist in the administration and analysis of compensation, benefits, and incentive programs
• Maintain and update HR documentation, ensuring adherence to internal policies and relevant labour laws

Qualifications and competencies

• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Payroll Administration, or a related field
• Minimum: 3 years’ experience in HRIS data management and HR administration, preferably within an international or matrix-structured organisation
• 5 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll processing, including reconciliations, third-party payments, and statutory submissions
• Strong working knowledge of HRIS and payroll platforms, with preference for experience in Sage 300 People and SharePoint
• Proven experience in generating and presenting HR data, reports, and analytics to inform decision-making
• Familiarity with South African labour, tax, and employment legislation and its application in HR processes and documentation
• Solution-oriented / problem-solver
• Self-reliant and efficient

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employees’ terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

For the particular role we also expect

• Providing training and assistance to managers and staff on HRIS and payroll system functionalities
• Support with employee induction through systems setup, access provisioning, and onboarding checklists
• Maintaining accurate payroll records, ensuring timely and correct processing of employee changes including hires, exits, benefits, bonuses, and deductions
• Assistance with managing and updating employment contract templates and HR documentation to ensure legal compliance
• Providing accurate, compliant, and timely HR administration support across the employee lifecycle

We offerScatec is an exciting, innovative and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.