Payroll & HR Coordinator

Reference: 10943 AV
Consultant: Anneke Viviers

• Process monthly payrolls for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.
• Verify and approve input for payroll changes, earnings, and deductions before submission.
• Capture all payroll input, including but not limited to earnings, and deductions on Sage 300 People.
• Maintain payroll integrity through reconciliations, exception reporting, and variance analysis.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and provide necessary support.

• Maintain up-to-date and accurate employee records in the HR and Payroll database.
• Support the onboarding and offboarding processes for new hires and departing employees.
• Administer benefits such as provident fund, medical aid, and leave in accordance with company policy.
• Maintain HR information such as training, qualifications, disciplinary discussions etc. on the system monthly.

• Handle employee queries regarding HR policies, payroll, leave and benefits.
• Support other HR functions and administrative tasks as required.
• Assist with timesheet management.
• Prepare HR metrics and workforce reports (headcount and absenteeism, etc.).

• Act as the primary backup to the Payroll and HR Officer for payroll and HR-related functions during leave, absence, or peak periods.
• Support the Payroll and HR Officer in handling escalated queries, compliance reporting, and strategic HR tasks.

• Bachelor’s degree or a national diploma in HR, Payroll, or related field is advantageous.
• Minimum 4–6 years’ experience in payroll and HR administration.
• It would be advantageous to have experience in processing payroll across multiple African countries.
• Experience with multi-company payroll processing is advantageous.
• Experience in system implementation or HR system maintenance is advantageous.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll systems (Sage 300 People).
• Thorough understanding of South African labour and tax legislation.
• High attention to detail and accuracy under pressure.

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