Payroll Administrator

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Payroll Administrator will manage the full recruitment lifecycle and prepare and submit statutory reports at an organisation in Bellville, Western Cape.

The team prides itself on professionalism and consistently meeting commitments. There is genuine scope to shape the role and make it your own. The team is tight-knit, dependable, and quick to support one another. If you are the right person for this role, apply without hesitation.

• Support organisational change initiatives including restructuring, succession planning, and culture transformation programmes.
• Process monthly payroll accurately and timeously, ensuring all earnings, deductions, and statutory contributions are correct.
• Prepare and submit statutory reports including Employment Equity Reports, Skills Development Levy claims, and Workplace Skills Plans.
• Provide advice to line managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation for fair application.
• Administer employee benefits including medical aid, pension funds, group life assurance, and wellness programmes.
• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including advertising, screening, interviews, reference checks, and employment offers.
• Maintain and update the HR information system and employee files, ensuring records are accurate and compliant with data protection.

• Experience with payroll processing and payroll software such as Sage 300 People, VIP Payroll, or an equivalent system.
• Thorough knowledge of South African labour legislation including the LRA, BCEA, and Employment Equity Act.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail, particularly when processing payroll and maintaining employee records.
• A proactive and solutions-oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team.
• A diploma or degree in human resource management, industrial psychology, or a related field from a recognised institution.
• For recruitment roles, proven ability to source candidates using various methods and experience with applicant tracking systems.