
Payroll/HR Officer
- Durban, KwaZulu-Natal
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Process monthly payrolls for all employees, ensuring accuracy in salaries, deductions, overtime, bonuses, and benefits.
- Maintain and update payroll records in the payroll system.
- Ensure compliance with tax laws, social security, pension contributions, and other statutory requirements.
- Prepare and submit payroll reports to management and finance teams.
- Handle payroll-related queries from employees and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Reconcile payroll data with accounting records and assist in audits when required.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and personal information.
- Assist with recruitment processes including job postings, interview coordination, and reference checks.
- Coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation processes.
- Support the administration of employee benefits, leave records, and disciplinary procedures.
- Ensure compliance with labour laws and internal policies.
- Assist in performance management tracking and employee engagement activities.
- Prepare HR reports and statistics for management use.
- Bachelors degree in Human Resources.
- Proven experience in a combined payroll and HR role (23 years preferred).
- Solid knowledge of payroll systems and HR software.
- Strong understanding of labour laws, payroll regulations, and HR best practices.
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
- Certification in Sage VIP Payroll
- Experience with Sage Business Cloud/ VIP payroll.
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