HR & Payroll Administrator

Job in Pietermaritzburg, 3200, South Africa

Listing for: Accountancy Placements

Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-23

Job specializations:

HR/Recruitment
Employee Relations, Recruiter, HR Manager, HR / Recruitment Consultant

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with all company standards, policies, procedures, and safety requirements

Maintain strict confidentiality of all employees and company information

Understand the impact of HR and payroll activities on other departments and stakeholders

Ensure an orderly work environment in line with company standards

Adhere to workplace timekeeping and productivity standards

Administer payroll functions, including loading and terminating employees, processing timesheets, overtime, shifts, monthly payrolls, and statutory payments

Manage payroll systems, including Jarrison (Biometrics) and SAGE VIP / SAGE 300 People

Process internal employee movements, personal detail changes, union cancellations, earnings, and deductions

Capture and manage employee leave and ensure compliance with leave policies

Print and distribute monthly payslips and resolve payroll-related queries

Conduct employee inductions and provide basic HR administrative support

Assist the HR Officer when required

Submit third-party allocations and payroll cost reports

Requirements:

Matric with a tertiary qualification in Human Resources or relevant HR short courses

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar HR and payroll role

Proven experience with SAGE 300 People

Experience in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of the MIBCO Main Agreement
, BCEA, and labour legislation

Strong attention to detail, and excellent organisational, planning, and communication skills

Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.

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