Payroll Administrator – Parktown, Gauteng

Oxyon People Solutions; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing solution company is seeking an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their Johannesburg team. This role focuses on high-volume payroll management across multiple African regions, requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Candidates should possess at least 2 years of payroll experience, strong MS Office skills, and the ability to work effectively under pressure. The position offers a permanent contract with market-related salary and additional benefits as per company policy.

Benefits

As per company policy

Qualifications

• 2+ years' payroll experience is essential.
• Experience processing high-volume payrolls for African countries.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Capture and verify timesheets for payment.
• Validate leave hours and ensure accuracy.
• Check payrolls for correct rates and deductions.
• Assist with payroll queries and escalate system errors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

MS Office skills

Excellent communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Matric + Business Administration qualification (NQF 5)

Job description

Workforce Staffing Africa

Contract: Permanent (3-month probation)
Start Date: ASAP
Closing Date: 20 December 2025

Workforce Staffing Africa is looking for an experienced Payroll Administrator to join their Parktown team. If you’re detail-driven, organized, and confident handling high-volume payrolls across African regions, this role is for you.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric + Business Administration qualification (NQF 5)
• 2+ years’ payroll experience
• Experience processing high-volume payrolls for African countries
• Strong MS Office skills
• Excellent written & verbal communication
• Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and maintain accuracy

Key Responsibilities

• Capture and verify timesheets for payment
• Submit timesheets and supporting documents to Group Wage Department
• Validate leave hours and ensure accuracy
• Check payrolls for correct rates, hours, overtime, leave, and deductions (AODs, transport recoveries, etc.)
• Assist with payroll queries and escalate system errors
• Ensure adequate cash flow for wage payments
• Support accurate invoicing

Personal Attributes

• Friendly and positive attitude
• Analytical thinker + strong problem-solving skills
• Reliable, loyal, and self-motivated
• Honest, punctual, and able to work well under pressure

Additional Information

• Overtime may be required based on project needs
• Salary: Market-related (to be discussed)
• Benefits: As per company policy
• Interview: One-on-one interview
• Reporting to: Africa Executive Support

Contact: Candice Spadonie
Email: [e-mail]