About the position
Our client in the Healthcare Industry is seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized HR, Training and Payroll Administrator to join their Human Resources Department.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll on the payroll system, including the administration of statutory deductions, salary payments, employee benefits, and related payroll activities. The role will also involve performing monthly payroll reconciliations by ensuring payroll records are accurately balanced against the general ledger and bank payments. The candidate will provide support across HR and training administration functions, contributing to the efficient operation of the Human Resources department while ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and payroll best practices. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, confidentiality, analytical capability, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Diploma or Certification in Payroll Administration will be advantageous.
- Sound understanding of South African Labour legislation, including the Basic Conditions of Employment Act (BCEA), Labour Relations Act (LRA), as well as SARS and UIF requirements and processes.
- Good understanding of POPIA compliance and data protection principles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience working with payroll systems such as Sage Payroll, VIP Payroll, Pastel Payroll, or similar platforms will be advantageous.
- Minimum of 2–5 years’ relevant experience within an HR and/or Payroll Administration role.
- Practical experience in end-to-end payroll processing on a payroll system.
- Proven experience maintaining employee records and performing HR administrative functions.
- Exposure to training coordination and administration activities.
- Exposure to payroll reconciliations and basic general ledger balancing will be advantageous.
- Previous experience working within a corporate or structured Human Resources environment will be preferred.
Desired Skills:
- payroll
- Human resources
- training
- HR admin
