Payroll HR Clerk

BCG; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 204,000; Full time

Job summary

A detailed-oriented Payroll & HR Clerk is sought to handle payroll processes and support HR functions in Pretoria. The role includes processing monthly payroll, maintaining employee records, and ensuring legal compliance. Ideal candidates should possess at least 2 years of payroll or HR experience, proficiency in relevant software, and a strong understanding of South African labor laws. This position offers a competitive salary of R204000 per annum and comprehensive benefits including medical aid and provident fund contributions.

Benefits

Employer medical aid contribution: 50%

7.5% employer pension/provident fund contribution (matched by employee)

Discretionary annual performance bonus: 12 months salary

21 days annual leave plus public holidays

30 days sick leave (3-year cycle)

5 days family responsibility leave

Professional development access to payroll and HR training programs

Qualifications

• 02 years experience in payroll or HR administration is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and payroll software is advantageous.
• Strong organizational and numerical skills are essential.
• Knowledge of South African labor laws and payroll compliance is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll including salaries, deductions, and benefits.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases.
• Administer statutory submissions (UIF, PAYE, SDL).
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and employee queries.
• Prepare HR reports and payroll reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor and tax laws.

Skills

Payroll Administration

HR Administration

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Sage PaySpace

Organizational Skills

Numerical Skills

Knowledge of South African Labor Laws

Education

National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12)

NCV Level 4 in Office Administration or Financial Management

National Diploma in Human Resource Management or Payroll Administration

Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management, Payroll Administration or Business Administration

Tools

Payroll Software (e.g., Sage PaySpace)

Job description

Salary : R204000 per annum (marketrelated subject to experience)

Job Description

We are seeking a detailoriented Payroll & HR Clerk to manage payroll processes and support HR functions. The role involves processing employee payments maintaining HR records and ensuring compliance with regulations.

Key Responsibilities

Process monthly payroll including salaries deductions and benefits.

Maintain employee records and HR databases.

Administer statutory submissions (UIF PAYE SDL).

Assist with recruitment onboarding and employee queries.

Prepare HR reports and payroll reconciliations.

Ensure compliance with South African labor and tax laws.

Educational Qualifications

High School : National Senior Certificate (Matric / Grade 12 with passes in Mathematics and English.

Tertiary (Advantageous) :

NCV Level 4 in Office Administration or Financial Management from an accredited TVET College.

OR National Diploma (N4N6 in Human Resource Management or Payroll Administration from a TVET College.

OR Diploma / Degree in Human Resource Management Payroll Administration or Business Administration from a recognized university.

Experience and Skills

02 years in payroll or HR administration.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel Word Outlook) and payroll software (e.g. Sage PaySpace is advantageous).

Strong organizational and numerical skills.

Knowledge of South African labor laws and payroll compliance.

Additional Requirements

Ability to undergo vetting (citizenship criminal qualification checks).

Package and Benefits

In compliance with South African labor laws :

Basic Salary : R204000 per annum subject to performance review.

Statutory Benefits :

UIF contributions per the Unemployment Insurance Act.

SDL contributions for training.

PAYE deductions per SARS regulations.

Additional Benefits :

50 employer medical aid contribution.

7.5 employer pension / provident fund contribution (matched by employee).

Discretionary annual performance bonus 12 months salary).

21 days annual leave plus public holidays.

30 days sick leave 3year cycle) 5 days family responsibility leave.

Professional Development : Access to payroll and HR training programs.

Application Process

Submit a CV with three contactable references.

Include certified qualifications (not older than three months).

Shortlisted candidates will undergo vetting.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Notes

Late applications will not be accepted.

Committed to diversity and equity per South African labor laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Key Skills

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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