Temporary Payroll Administration Officer

Job in Mbombela, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Listing for: Danté Personnel Recruitment

Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-01-29

Job specializations:

HR/Recruitment
Regulatory Compliance Specialist, HR / Recruitment Consultant, Recruiter, HR Manager

Position: Temporary Payroll Administration Officer (6 Month Contract)
Location: Mbombela

SA - Mpumalanga, Nelspruit / Mbombela
Temporary Payroll Administration Officer
Nelspruit, Mpumalanga
R 35 000 - R 50 000 CTC (D.O.E)

An established institution is seeking a Temporary Payroll Administration Officer to support the payroll function for a 6 month period.
Minimum requirements:

Matric plus a valid degree or diploma in Finance, Human Resources or related qualification

3 Years’ experience in a payroll environment

Experience on People Soft or similar payroll systems will be advantageous

Strong Microsoft Excel skills; proficient in Word, Outlook, and Power Point

Good knowledge of SARS legislation and payroll compliance

Must be available immediately

Key Responsibilities:

Administer and process payroll-related transactions accurately and timeously

Process salary, travel, overtime, and secondary claims

Recover unreconciled staff advances and manage advance payments

Implement and monitor payroll controls to ensure compliance and accuracy

Prepare monthly payroll, salary expense, control account, and staff advance reconciliations

Resolve payroll-related queries and liaise with internal stakeholders

Support users on automated payroll and claims systems

Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll information

Consultant:
Gillian Ngwenyama - Dante Personnel Mpumalanga

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