Payroll & HR Officer

SUMMARY:
This is a dual-function role requiring an individual who can take full ownership of the payroll cycle while providing high-level administrative support to the HR department. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a deep understanding of South African statutory compliance.

POSITION INFO:

Payroll & HR Officer

Location: Germiston, Gauteng

Salary: R25,000 CTC per month

Role Summary

Our client, a leader in the commercial engineering sector, is seeking a meticulous and professional Payroll & HR Officer to join their Germiston-based team. This is a dual-function role requiring an individual who can take full ownership of the payroll cycle while providing high-level administrative support to the HR department. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses a deep understanding of South African statutory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Full Function Payroll

• End-to-End Processing: Manage the complete weekly and monthly payroll cycle for all staff.
• Data Integrity: Capture and verify new engagements, terminations, leave, overtime, and varied deductions.
• Statutory Compliance: Ensure all submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL) are accurate and on time.
• SARS Submissions: Expert handling of EMP201 and EMP501 submissions via eFiling.
• Financial Reconciliation: Reconcile payroll reports against General Ledger accounts to ensure zero variance.
• Reporting: Generate payslips and detailed payroll reports for management review.

Human Resources Administration

• Employee Lifecycle: Facilitate seamless onboarding/offboarding and draft all employment contracts.
• Database Management: Maintain digitized employee records and HR databases with 100% accuracy.
• Industrial Relations Support: Assist in documenting disciplinary, grievance, and performance management processes.
• Recruitment Support: Manage job postings, CV screening, and interview scheduling.
• Compliance: Ensure all HR activities align with the BCEA, LRA, and internal company policies.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Matric (Grade 12) is essential. A tertiary qualification in Payroll, HR, or Finance is highly advantageous.
• Experience: 3–5 years of solid experience in a Full Function Payroll role.
• Software: PaySpace experience is a significant advantage. Proficiency in MS Excel and SARS eFiling is required.
• Legislation: Strong working knowledge of South African labour laws and statutory requirements.