SAP Payroll Specialist

Network Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing powerhouse in Johannesburg is seeking a Payroll Specialist to oversee payroll processing for both permanent and contract staff. The role demands strong SAP knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and over 5 years of experience in payroll functions. Join us for a stable, growth-oriented opportunity where your expertise helps keep the financial world secure.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in a full payroll function role.
• Strong SAP knowledge – Non-negotiable!
• Advanced MS Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Full payroll processing function for large-scale teams.
• SAP record maintenance, time management, and authorizations.
• Benefits management including aid, pension, bonuses, and 13th cheques.
• Ensuring compliance with payroll policies, tax, and labour laws.

Skills

Payroll processing

SAP knowledge

Advanced MS Excel skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant Degree

Job description

Overview

SUMMARY :

A manufacturing powerhouse, based in Randburg, is on the lookout for a Payroll Specialist - If SAP is your second language and you thrive on keeping people paid and happy, then this is your chance to put your career on permanent guard duty!

Position Info

Your Daily Patrols Will Include :

• Full payroll processing function, for large-scale teams (perm & contract staff)
• SAP record maintenance, time management and authorizations
• Benefits management ( aid, pension, bonuses & 13th cheques)
• Employee engagement & support (bring that EQ and people-first mindset)
• Ensuring compliance with payroll policies, tax and labour laws
• Advanced Excel wizardry for reporting & analysis

You’ll Need To Bring :

• A relevant Degree
• 5+ years’ experience in a full payroll function role
• Strong SAP knowledge – Non-negotiable!
• Advanced MS Excel skills
• Attention to detail that even a guard dog would envy

Why Join?

This isn’t just another payroll job; it’s a chance to build a long-term future with a company that truly looks after its people: Stability, growth and the satisfaction of knowing you’re keeping the team’s financial world safe and sound.

Contact

For more information, contact :

Elzette Hood

Senior Recruitment Specialist : Finance and Audit