Remote HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist based in Soweto, Gauteng, but working from home. The role focuses on accurate HR data management and timely payroll processing for a distributed team.

You will handle HRIS administration, payroll data entry, and employee queries, while ensuring compliance with South African regulations and company policies. The position offers flexible hours and remote collaboration within SA.

Qualifications

• Matric certificate with numerical/administrative strength; HR/payroll qualification preferred.
• 2–4 years of HR admin and/or payroll experience.
• Solid knowledge of SA payroll regulations and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer HR information systems ensuring data accuracy.
• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll including data entry and reconciliations.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding administration with complete documentation.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

HR or payroll qualification

Tools

HRIS

Payroll software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly organized and proficient Remote HR Administrator and Payroll Specialist to manage both HR administrative duties and payroll processing for their distributed team. This dual-focused role is essential for ensuring accurate employee data management and timely, correct payroll execution. Working entirely remotely, you will be a key point of contact for employees regarding HR administration and payroll queries, contributing to efficient HR operations and employee satisfaction across the organization, and based out of Soweto , Gauteng , but operating from home.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer HR information systems, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of employee data.
• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll, including data entry, calculations, and reconciliations.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding administration, ensuring all documentation is completed.
• Respond to employee queries related to HR policies, benefits, and payroll information.
• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations and employment standards in South Africa.
• Prepare HR and payroll reports as required by management.

Requirements

• Matriculation certificate with a strong emphasis on numerical and administrative skills; a relevant HR or payroll qualification is preferred.
• 2-4 years of experience in HR administration and/or payroll processing.
• Solid understanding of South African payroll regulations and HR best practices.
• Proficiency in HRIS and payroll software, as well as Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, suitable for remote interaction.

Benefits

• Competitive salary tailored for a remote role.
• Flexible working hours and the ability to work from home.
• Exposure to both HR administration and payroll functions.
• A supportive team environment that values remote collaboration.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill enhancement.