HR & Payroll Officer

Job Overview

The HR & Payroll Officer manages payroll processes, including time and attendance, overtime, sick leave, and annual leave, while ensuring accurate month-end routines and benefits administration. This role also oversees employee records, maintains databases, handles documents and collaborates with HR leaders for compliance and efficiency, assists in reporting HR metrics, and supports learnerships and technical trainees.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12
• Bachelors degree in HR, Finance or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years' experience in HR Administration and Payroll Processing
• Experience with SAGE payroll advantageous

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge and interpretation of employment law and HR best practices
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate effectively
• Excellent people management and relationship-building skills
• High level of diligence with meticulous attention to detail
• Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills
• Ability to multitask and operate under pressure to meet tight deadlines
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Time management proficiency
• Independent problem-solving ability
• Strong business acumen and ability to identify risks
• Advanced user of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)