Payroll & Benefits Administrator — On-Site Bloemfontein

Placements24; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Paid annual leave

Training opportunities

Wellness programs

Job summary

Placements24 client in Bloemfontein seeks an HR Administrator to manage payroll and benefits administration. You will ensure accurate payroll processing for all employees and maintain compliant records in the HRIS, while supporting benefits programs and data integrity.

The ideal candidate holds a National Diploma or Bachelor's in HR or Accounting, at least 3 years’ SA payroll experience, and proficiency with Sage VIP Payroll and MS Excel. This is an on-site, full-time role in the Free State.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in payroll administration and benefits management.
• Experience with SA payroll taxes (UIF, SDL, PAYE).
• Proficiency in Sage or VIP Payroll and Excel.
• On-site Bloemfontein work.
• Discretion handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Process the full payroll cycle accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Manage employee data related to payroll, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions.
• Administer employee benefits programs, including medical aid and retirement funds.
• Liaise with external benefit providers to resolve queries and ensure smooth operations.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and financial departments.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS and payroll system.
• Assist with employment contracts and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations related to payroll.
• Support HR team with general administrative tasks.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits management

Data accuracy

Confidentiality

Communication

Education

National Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR/Accounting

Tools

Sage Payroll

VIP Payroll

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 client in Bloemfontein seeks an HR Administrator to manage payroll and benefits administration. You will ensure accurate payroll processing for all employees and maintain compliant records in the HRIS, while supporting benefits programs and data integrity.

The ideal candidate holds a National Diploma or Bachelor's in HR or Accounting, at least 3 years’ SA payroll experience, and proficiency with Sage VIP Payroll and MS Excel. This is an on-site, full-time role in the Free State.