Payroll Operations Specialist (Excel-Driven)

PTY; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd in Pretoria is seeking a Junior Payroll Administrator to support payroll processes, maintain records, and assist with monthly payroll. The role requires prior payroll experience and strong Excel skills.

You will handle reporting, data reconciliation, and respond to payroll queries while ensuring confidentiality. This entry-level position offers growth under supervision and exposure to payroll systems in a busy HR function.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 / Matric is required.
• Previous payroll administration experience.
• Sage 300 People experience preferred.
• VIP Premier experience will be considered.
• Advanced Excel skills including formulas and data analysis.
• Strong numerical and analytical ability; detail oriented.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll-related transactions and employee information.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and employee data.
• Assist with monthly payroll preparation and processing.
• Handle payroll-related queries and provide support to employees and management.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll and employee information.
• Compile and distribute payroll reports.
• Extract, analyze and reconcile payroll data using Microsoft Excel.
• Assist management with payroll reporting and data reconciliation.
• Generate ad-hoc reports as required.
• Assist with payroll compliance requirements and submissions.

Skills

Payroll administration

Excel proficiency

Numerical ability

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Time management

Independent worker

Multi-tasking

Education

Grade 12 / Matric

Tools

Sage 300 People

VIP Premier

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd in Pretoria is seeking a Junior Payroll Administrator to support payroll processes, maintain records, and assist with monthly payroll. The role requires prior payroll experience and strong Excel skills.

You will handle reporting, data reconciliation, and respond to payroll queries while ensuring confidentiality. This entry-level position offers growth under supervision and exposure to payroll systems in a busy HR function.