Payroll and HR Administrator

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 167,000 - 290,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid contributions

Provident fund

Paid annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley is seeking a meticulous Payroll and HR Administrator to join our team. You will manage payroll data, process bi-weekly or monthly payroll, and handle HR records with confidentiality in a stable finance environment.

Responsibilities include payroll reconciliation, benefits administration, onboarding/offboarding, maintaining records, responding to inquiries, liaising with payroll providers and SA tax regs. Requires 2–3 years of experience and relevant certificate/diploma.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of payroll processing and HR administration experience.
• Proficient in payroll software and MS Office.
• Knowledge of South African payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Manage employee data related to payroll including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for review and approval.
• Administer employee benefits enrollment and changes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and files, both electronic and physical.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and basic HR information.
• Support HR in administrative tasks, such as scheduling and document prep.
• Ensure compliance with statutory payroll and HR requirements.
• Liaise with third-party payroll providers and government agencies as needed.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR administration

Data entry accuracy

Confidentiality

Time management

Education

Certificate or diploma in Payroll Administration or HR or Accounting

Tools

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

HRIS systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a meticulous and organized Payroll and HR Administrator to join their team in Kimberley. This dual-focused role is crucial for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll and managing essential HR administrative functions. You will be responsible for maintaining payroll data, processing employee compensation, and managing various HR records and processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong administrative and numerical skills to contribute to the efficient operation of the HR and Finance departments in a stable environment. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, possesses excellent data management skills, and understands the importance of confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations.
• Manage employee data related to payroll, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports for review and approval.
• Administer employee benefits enrollment and changes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and files, both electronic and physical.
• Assist with onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and basic HR information.
• Support HR in various administrative tasks, such as scheduling and document preparation.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to payroll and HR.
• Liaise with third-party payroll providers and government agencies as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate or diploma in Payroll Administration, Human Resources, or Accounting is advantageous.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in payroll processing and HR administration.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word).
• Strong understanding of South African payroll regulations and tax laws.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and processing.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maintain integrity.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
• Experience with HRIS systems is a plus.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive medical aid contributions, a provident fund, and paid annual leave.

We provide a supportive work environment in Kimberley where you can develop your skills in both payroll and HR administration. Join us and become an integral part of our operational team, ensuring our employees are compensated accurately and efficiently.