Payroll Processing Engineer

Red Ember Recruitment (Pty) Ltd; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 560,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (Pty) Ltd in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, is seeking a Payroll Processing Engineer (Analyst) to optimize payroll processes and enhance system efficiencies in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will ensure payroll compliance, support reporting and analytics, and drive automation initiatives.

A diploma/degree in payroll-related fields and 3–5 years’ experience are required, with strong Excel and HRIS experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in payroll processing or payroll systems analysis.
• Experience with payroll systems and HRIS platforms.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Optimize payroll processing workflows and systems
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing
• Support payroll system enhancements, automation, and reporting
• Conduct payroll reconciliations and data analysis
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process efficiency
• Support audits and resolve payroll discrepancies

Skills

Payroll processing

HRIS

Advanced Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Payroll/Finance/Accounting/HR/Business Management

Job description

Payroll Processing Engineer Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd Durban, NL, za

Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a Payroll Processing Engineer (Analyst) on behalf of our client based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.

The successful candidate will be responsible for optimizing payroll processes, improving system efficiencies, ensuring payroll compliance, and supporting payroll reporting and analytics within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Optimize and improve payroll processing workflows and systems
• Ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing
• Support payroll system enhancements, automation, and reporting
• Conduct payroll reconciliations and data analysis
• Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and process efficiency
• Support audits and resolve payroll discrepancies

Requirements

Education

• Diploma or Degree in Payroll, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Management, or related field
• Relevant payroll certifications will be advantageous

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years’ experience in payroll processing or payroll systems analysis
• Experience working with payroll systems and HRIS platforms
• Strong experience in payroll reconciliations, reporting, and compliance
• Proven experience in process improvement and payroll optimization
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills advantageous
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment