Payroll-Focused HR Administrator (Hybrid)

Placements24; Paarl; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Medical aid contributions

Hybrid work model

Training in payroll/HR systems

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented HR Administrator focused on payroll to join our client’s manufacturing operations. You will manage the full payroll cycle, maintain employee data in the HRIS, and collaborate with the HR Manager and finance team to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 2–4 years in HR administration with payroll experience, strong knowledge of SA payroll legislation, proficiency in Excel and payroll software, and the ability to handle

Qualifications

• Matric with payroll or HR qualification/certificate.
• 2–4 years HR administration experience with a payroll focus.
• Solid knowledge of SA payroll legislation (BCEA, UI Contributions Act, PAYE).
• Proficiency with payroll software and MS Excel; HRIS experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process the full payroll cycle accurately and on time.
• Manage employee data and records in the HRIS and payroll systems.
• Calculate and process deductions, benefits and statutory contributions.
• Respond to payroll inquiries and payslip questions from staff.
• Assist with administration of employee benefits programs.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and statutory bodies.
• Support onboarding and offboarding related to payroll documentation.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SA payroll laws.
• Support HR team with general admin and ad-hoc projects.
• Ensure data security and confidentiality of payroll information.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data accuracy

Time management

Communication

Education

Matric with payroll/HR certificate

Tools

MS Excel

Payroll software

HRIS

Job description

Placements24 in Paarl, Western Cape, seeks a detail-oriented HR Administrator focused on payroll to join our client’s manufacturing operations. You will manage the full payroll cycle, maintain employee data in the HRIS, and collaborate with the HR Manager and finance team to ensure accuracy and compliance.

The role requires 2–4 years in HR administration with payroll experience, strong knowledge of SA payroll legislation, proficiency in Excel and payroll software, and the ability to handle