Hybrid Payroll Specialist | Accurate & Confidential

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Supportive finance and HR team

Convenient Randburg location

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Administrator for a hybrid role in Randburg, Gauteng. You will manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure accuracy, and stay compliant with SA payroll legislation while collaborating with HR and management.

This position requires 3–5 years of payroll experience, proficiency in Sage VIP/PayMaster and Excel, and a commitment to confidentiality. Join a growing finance team and help deliver reliable payroll services across the business.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of payroll administration experience
• In-depth knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax requirements
• Hybrid work environment experience

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and monthly payroll accurately.
• Ensure all payroll entries are correct for new hires, terminations, transfers, and rate changes.
• Calculate and process deductions, benefits, and statutory contributions (e.g., UIF, PAYE).
• Maintain up-to-date employee payroll records.
• Reconcile payroll reports and address discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and tax regulations.
• Liaise with HR/management regarding payroll queries and changes.
• Prepare and distribute payroll reports to stakeholders.
• Manage employee queries related to payroll information.
• Assist with year-end payroll processing and reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion/confidentiality

Communication

Education

Matriculation certificate

Payroll or bookkeeping qualification (advantageous)

Tools

Sage VIP

PayMaster

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Administrator for a hybrid role in Randburg, Gauteng. You will manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure accuracy, and stay compliant with SA payroll legislation while collaborating with HR and management.

This position requires 3–5 years of payroll experience, proficiency in Sage VIP/PayMaster and Excel, and a commitment to confidentiality. Join a growing finance team and help deliver reliable payroll services across the business.