Senior Payroll administrator & HR Assistant

ExecutivePlacements.com - The JOB Portal; George; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Payroll Administrator & HR Assistant in George, South Africa. You will process payroll for over 250 employees, handle statutory payments, and assist with various HR functions including recruitment and training. The ideal candidate must have 4-5 years of payroll experience and strong proficiency in Sage VIP and Microsoft Office. This is a full-time position requiring local residency.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years' experience in a full function payroll for 250+ employees.
• Strong understanding of statutory payments and returns.
• Must reside in the Garden Route area.

Responsibilities

• Process the monthly & weekly payroll for multiple entities.
• Handle statutory payments and queries from staff.
• Assist with HR functions including recruitment and training.

Skills

Payroll processing

Statutory returns handling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Matric / Grade 12

Post-secondary education in HR, Finance, or Payroll

Tools

Sage VIP

Job description

Senior Payroll administrator & HR Assistant

Recruiter:

R.A.W. GROUP

Job Ref:

3349359711

Date posted:

Tuesday, May 6, 2025

Location:

George, South Africa

SUMMARY:

POSITION INFO:

Vacancy: Senior Payroll administrator & HR Assistant

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Full payroll function- Processing the monthly & weekly payroll for multiple entities (250+ employees)
• Completing statutory returns and handling of statutory payments
• Dealing with staff queries
• Garnishees & maintenance Orders
• Capturing employee data in respect of engagements, terminations, transfers, and promotions
• Checking payroll variances
• Preparing payroll files for finance and producing reports for month-end
• Preparing and collecting monthly & weekly payroll input
• Maintenance of annual & sick leave registers
• Maintenance of pension & medical aid/insurance schedules & contributions
• Filing of all appropriate information and record keeping
• Accurately capture and review data
• Accurately process timesheets ensuring deadlines are met
• Send net listing reports to relevant departments for approval and payment
• Monthly UIF declarations
• Monthly returns to various Bargaining Councils
• Assisting with day-to-day operations of the HR functions and duties.
• Process documentation and prepare reports relating to personnel activities (staffing, recruitment, training, performance evaluations etc.)
• Schedule meetings, interviews and general appointments.
• Coordinate HR projects (meetings, training, surveys etc.)
• Conduct initial orientation to newly hired employees.
• Assist with Company culture, team building and events.
• Issuing of employment contracts, warnings etc.
• Overseeing all IOD’s matters.
• Overseeing students (attendance registers, logbooks etc.)
• Actively manage the clocking system (capture of leave, sick leave etc.)
• Managing databases and filing systems.
• Typing, compiling and preparing reports.
• General emails as per instruction.
• Taking meeting minutes.
• Town trips if necessary.
  
  

Requirements:

• 4 to 5 years' experience in a full function payroll for 250 + employees
• Matric / Grade 12
• Post-secondary education in in HR, Finance, or Payroll
• Sage VIP knowledge – non-negational requirement
• Strong understanding of statutory payments and return
• Valid driver’s License
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Exhibit strong communication skills in conveying financial information and interacting with colleagues.
• Showcase exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail in handling administrative tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Must reside in the Garden Route area.
• Attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to work in fast-paced, effectively under pressure, and deadline-oriented environment.
  
  

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• George, Western Cape: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
  
  

Language:

• English (Required)
• Afrikaans (Required)
  
  

Email applications only: