HR & Payroll Administrator

About the role

The client is looking for an experienced HR & Payroll Administrator to own the end‑to‑end payroll and time‑and‑attendance processes. You will ensure accurate payroll delivery, compliance with statutory requirements, and support general HR administration.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full payroll cycle, including inputs, deductions, leave, overtime and employee queries.
• Administer and maintain the company’s Time & Attendance system.
• Ensure payroll compliance with ETI, SDL, UIF and PAYE regulations.
• Prepare, extract, import and export payroll data and reports.
• Handle employee loan administration and related payroll deductions.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and generate regular payroll reports.
• Provide general HR and administrative support as needed.
• Liaise with employees and management on payroll and attendance matters.

Required profile

• Proven experience in full payroll administration.
• Experience managing Time & Attendance systems.
• Working knowledge of South African payroll legislation (ETI, SDL, UIF, PAYE).
• Strong numerical and financial aptitude.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Required skills

• PaySpace payroll system
• Advanced Microsoft Excel