Payroll & Compliance Specialist — Hybrid, Paarl

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Hybrid work model

Medical aid contribution

Pension fund contribution

Annual leave and sick leave

Training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a meticulous Payroll Administrator to manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure accuracy, and comply with SA payroll laws. The role requires handling confidential information with discretion and maintaining precise employee records.

The successful candidate will process new hires, terminations, and changes, while liaising with SARS and authorities. Hybrid work is offered with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of payroll administration experience.
• Understanding of South African payroll laws and tax regulations.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and/or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently.
• Calculate wages, overtime, deductions, and benefits for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, and SDL regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records.
• Process new hires, terminations, and changes in employee status.
• Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and government agencies.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries.
• Liaise with SARS and other regulatory bodies as needed.
• Stay informed about payroll legislation changes and update processes accordingly.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Discretion

Time management

Education

Matriculation certificate

Payroll qualification

Tools

Sage VIP

Payslip

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a meticulous Payroll Administrator to manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure accuracy, and comply with SA payroll laws. The role requires handling confidential information with discretion and maintaining precise employee records.

The successful candidate will process new hires, terminations, and changes, while liaising with SARS and authorities. Hybrid work is offered with opportunities for professional development.