Payroll Administrator - Full Cycle Processing

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary package

Provident fund

Medical aid

Annual leave

Training opportunities

Supportive environment

Impact on employees

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Administrator for a hospitality group in Nelspruit. You will manage end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, on-time payments, and compliance with SA regulations.

The role requires handling sensitive data, collaborating with HR, and supporting year-end activities. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of full-cycle payroll experience, proficiency in Sage VIP/EasyPay/Softline Pastel, and strong mathematical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• A Grade 12 certificate with emphasis on mathematics or accounting.
• Payroll qualification is highly advantageous (e.g., Sage VIP, Pastel Payroll).
• 3–5 years of hands-on full-cycle payroll processing experience in South Africa.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately for all employees.
• Manage employee data (new hires, terminations, promotions, salary changes) in payroll system.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL and other statutory regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly SARS reports and other bodies.
• Administer employee benefits (retirement funds, medical aid).
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies.
• Handle payroll inquiries with timely, accurate information.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and data integrity.
• Liaise with HR on payroll matters.
• Assist with payroll audits and year-end processing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent worker

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Payroll qualification

Tools

Sage VIP

EasyPay

Softline Pastel

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-established hospitality group operating across Nelspruit, Mpumalanga , requires a meticulous and experienced Payroll Administrator to manage the end-to-end payroll process for its diverse workforce. This role is essential for ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with South African labor laws and tax regulations. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of payroll processing, from data input and verification to statutory submissions. This is a critical support function that impacts employee morale and company compliance. Join a stable and reputable organization and play a key role in their human resources and finance operations in Nelspruit . This position requires regular office attendance to handle sensitive payroll data and interact with colleagues.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately for all employees, ensuring correct calculations of wages, salaries, deductions, and taxes.
• Manage employee data, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and salary changes, within the payroll system.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other relevant statutory regulations.
• Prepare and submit monthly statutory reports to SARS and other relevant bodies.
• Administer employee benefits, such as retirement funds and medical aid contributions.
• Reconcile payroll reports and resolve any discrepancies or errors.
• Handle employee payroll inquiries and provide timely, accurate information.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and ensure data integrity.
• Liaise with HR department on all payroll-related matters.
• Assist with payroll audits and year-end processing.

Requirements

• A Grade 12 certificate with a strong emphasis on mathematics or accounting.
• A relevant payroll qualification (e.g., Sage VIP, Pastel Payroll certification) is highly advantageous.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience in full-cycle payroll processing in South Africa.
• Thorough understanding of South African payroll legislation, including BCEA, LRA, BCEA, and tax laws.
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g., Sage VIP, EasyPay, Softline Pastel) and MS Excel.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• Proactive approach to identifying and resolving payroll issues.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Provident fund and medical aid contributions.
• Paid annual leave.
• Opportunities for training and development in payroll best practices.
• Stable and supportive work environment in Nelspruit .
• Direct impact on employee satisfaction and company operations.