TRAFFIC Western Cape

HR & Payroll Administrator

Exceed Human Resource Consultants
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000

Job Description

Reference: 10972 SJ Consultant: Sone Johnson

Job Description
  • Payroll Administration
    • Process all payroll functions for assigned payrolls, including weekly and casual wages as required.
    • Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including the collection and verification of timesheets.
    • Maintain payroll records and update employee statuses and details in the payroll system.
    • Handle statutory payments on a monthly and annual basis, including:
      • SARS, UIF, Group Life & Funeral, Garnishees, Medical Aid, and other third party payments.
    • Submit monthly reports to management and external stakeholders.
    • Address and resolve payroll and wage related queries.
    • Distribute payslips via email and print hard copies for blue collar staff.
    • Manage employee leave processes, including processing of leave forms and preparation of reports for managers.
    • Manage claims with Evolution Life (Group Life & Funeral)
    • Assist with mid year and annual statutory submissions (e.g., EMP501, Workman's Compensation, Employment Equity, SDL).
    • Reconcile cashbooks and send journal reports to allocated Accountant.
    • Support the preparation and implementation of incentive, bonus, and salary increase schedules using VIP or relevant payroll systems.
    • Assist in the preparation of the OPSCO pack.
    • Ensure timely collection and processing of all necessary payroll documents to meet payroll deadlines.
    • Maintain organized records, save backups, and archive monthly reports.
  • HR Administrative Support
    • Provide administrative assistance to the HR Team Leader.
    • Perform general office duties including filing, scanning, managing email correspondence, answering calls, and opening personal staff folders.
    • Carry out ad hoc duties as required by management.
    • Drafting of Warnings/setting up of hearings
Qualifications
  • Matric certificate (Grade 12)
  • Payroll related qualifications or courses (advantageous)
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience in a payroll role
  • Proficiency in VIP Payroll or other payroll software (advantageous)
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Sound judgment and decision making skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Excellent planning and organizational abilities
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  • High level of integrity and respect for confidentiality
How to Apply
  • Email your comprehensive CV to .
  • If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
  • We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
  • Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

Job Overview

Date Posted
12 Mar 2026
Salary
South African Rand . ZAR 200,000 - 300,000
Location
Western Cape, South Africa

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