Payroll & Compliance Specialist (South Africa)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonus

Subsidised meals

Wellness program

Staff discounts

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to join the finance and HR team. You will manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure timely processing, and handle statutory deductions with accuracy.

The ideal candidate has SA payroll legislation knowledge, experience with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and payroll software (VIP Payroll, Sage), and strong Excel skills. Retail or large corporate experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Payroll Management, Accounting, or related field.
• 3–5 years of payroll processing experience in SA.
• Proficient in VIP Payroll and Sage; strong Excel skills.
• Solid knowledge of SA payroll legislation and tax rules (PAYE, UIF, SDL).
• Retail or large corporate experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly and/or monthly payroll for all staff accurately.
• Calculate and remit PAYE, UIF, and SDL deductions.
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation and company policies.
• Reconcile payroll reports and bank statements; resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain payroll data: hires, terminations, changes, leave.
• Administer employee benefits (medical aid, retirement funds).
• Submit statutory returns to SARS and other bodies.
• Liaise with internal and external auditors on payroll matters.
• Stay updated on payroll regulations and best practices.
• Support employee payroll inquiries.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data accuracy

Attention to detail

Education

Payroll/Accounting qualification

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

MS Excel

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to join the finance and HR team. You will manage weekly and monthly payroll, ensure timely processing, and handle statutory deductions with accuracy.

The ideal candidate has SA payroll legislation knowledge, experience with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and payroll software (VIP Payroll, Sage), and strong Excel skills. Retail or large corporate experience is advantageous.