Payroll and HR Administrator

About the role

CTCA, a leading hotel group operating across South Africa, is seeking a meticulous Payroll and HR Administrator for its head office in Mbombela. The role combines full‑cycle payroll processing with comprehensive HR administrative support, ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation.

Key responsibilities

• Administer monthly payroll cycles, calculating wages, overtime, commissions and bonuses.
• Manage tax withholdings, pension contributions and UIF/SDL submissions in line with BCEA and LRA requirements.
• Support the employee lifecycle: draft contracts, facilitate onboarding, and handle resignations or exits.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR files and confidential data in compliance with POPIA.
• Process and reconcile medical aid, leave balances and other employee benefits.

Required profile

• National Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Accounting or Payroll Administration.
• 3‑5 years of proven experience in combined payroll and HR operations.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality and analytical abilities.

Required skills

• Proficiency with payroll software such as PSiberworks, Sage VIP, Sage 300 People and PaySpace.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration of R18 000 per month.
• Opportunity to work within a dynamic hospitality environment.