Payroll and Benefits Officer - Perm

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd Permanent

Sadringham, South Africa Posted on 14/11/2025

• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• City Sadringham
• Province Gauteng
• Country South Africa
• Postal Code 2000

Our client based in Sadringham, Johannesburg is looking for a Payroll and Benefits Officer to join their team.

The successful candidate of this position will assume responsibility and accountability for the full payroll and benefits function. This position is responsible for the accurate and timeous processing of monthly payrolls for a large staff complement in accordance with legislative requirements and company policy and procedure. Maintaining employee records and providing effective communications with all staff regarding payroll and benefits matters.

• Manage the full payroll function of all entities in the group
• Improve payroll policies and procedures where needed
• Manage payroll workload to meet operational requirements
• Manage and administer all employee benefits

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Matric/Diploma in business management, Finance, HR, Accounting, or other relevant area
• 3 years of progressive payroll administration experience within a large organization, working with Sage 300 People System
• Proven experience as a payroll specialist
• Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals, payroll practices, and best practices
• Solid understanding of payroll and payroll tax laws
• Very good knowledge of legislation and regulations in the field
• Good knowledge, understanding, and application of the BCEA and other relevant labour legislation

Desirable Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business management, Finance, HR, Accounting, or other relevant area