8 Payroll Analyst jobs in South Africa
Digicall - Payroll Analyst
Posted 19 days ago
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ROLE SUMMARY
The Payroll Analyst serves as a subject matter expert on the payroll system and provides business support while identifying opportunities for process optimisation and system improvement.
The incumbent will be responsible for assessing and improving payroll processes to ensure efficiency and compliance. This includes conducting thorough research to identify deficiencies and collaborating with HR to implement the necessary changes, reviewing, and ensuring data integrity and data manipulation in providing high level reporting to managers. The role also entails testing and refining suggested improvements, preparing operational reports for management, and providing guidance to the Payroll Administrator. Additionally, the Payroll Analyst is responsible for defining business requirements, addressing payroll requests, and ensuring software conforms to documented specifications.
This role requires a sound understanding of payroll processes, tax regulations, and compliance requirements, and involves working closely with stakeholders to drive payroll performance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Business / Accounting / Finance / HR or any other relevant field.
- Preferred: Certificate in SAGE People 300 / A relevant payroll qualification.
EXPERIENCE
- A minimum of 5 years payroll processing experience.
- 1 to 2 years’ experience working in an analyst role or related position.
- Experience in using Sage 300 People for payroll processing and analytics would be preferred.
- Experience in using SQL for payroll analysis would be advantageous.
- Experience in integrating and managing large datasets from diverse sources, ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and reliability.
SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE
- Proficiency in MS Office products (MS Word & Advanced MS Excel Skills).
- Sound knowledge of payroll and accounting practices and principles.
- Sound knowledge of medical aid schemes and pension funds.
- Understanding of tax and related matters as refers to payroll & HR management.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of payroll data analysis and reporting.
- Extensive knowledge of applicable payroll laws and regulations.
- Extensive knowledge of business and process analysis functions.
- Proficiency in statistical analysis and data interpretation to derive meaningful insights from HR data sets.
- Proficiency in payroll software (Sage 300 People would be preferred).
- Proficiency in the application and use of SQL would be advantageous.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the coordination efforts between HR, Payroll, and other streams to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee master data.
- Identify process improvement initiatives and define processes for new standards.
- Provide support and guidance to the Payroll Administrator to educate them on the system and modifications concerning payroll processing.
- Manage the payroll system and oversee end-to-end payroll processing.
- Ensure accurate and timely disbursement of salaries and benefits.
- Handle statutory deductions, taxes, and compliance with relevant regulations.
- Regularly update and maintain payroll records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Ensure company payroll practices comply with legal standards.
- Generate and analyse payroll reports for management review.
- Provide insights into payroll-related metrics and trends.
- Address and resolve payroll-related queries and discrepancies.
- Conduct in-depth analysis of payroll processes to identify deficiencies, financial and operational risks, and improvement opportunities.
- Test new payroll management processes and methods to check their efficiency.
- Implement new and improved payroll practices and processes that align with the overarching business goals and financial requirements.
- Suggest improvements to the payroll system and audit procedures to enhance the efficiency of payroll and time-tracking systems.
- Ensure continuous communication to understand business needs and align with priorities, emphasising process improvement objectives.
- Offer technical and payroll processing support, as and when required.
- Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to resolve any issues.
- Notifying various departments including IT and talent on staff leavers and joiners.
- Conduct quarterly audits on remuneration and benefits compliance.
COMPETENCIES
- Examining Information: Analyses and processes information very effectively when solving problems. Very curios and good at asking probing questions.
- Interpreting Data: Very effective in applying technology and working with numerical data when evaluating problems. Relies heavily on facts and hard, objective data when evaluating problems.
- Establishing Rapport: Very quickly establish rapport with people. Like making new friends and find making friends easy. Attach importance to and are effective in making a good first impression.
- Documenting Facts: Communicates well in writing, readily understand the logic behind an argument and will ensure that all the relevant facts are taken into consideration.
- Showing Composure: Remains calm and does not get anxious before or during important events. Works well under pressure.
- Providing Insights: Very quick at getting to the core of a problem. Will improve things and find ways to improve. Likely to trust own intuition.
- Meeting Timescales: Conscientious about meeting deadlines, highly punctual and high unlikely to leave things unfinished.
- Checking Things: Very thorough and even perfectionistic, ensures that things are done properly, delivering high quality work with great attention to detail.
- Following Procedures: Extremely rule following, procedural and risk averse.
- Upholding Standards: Uphold the highest standards and honour agreed commitments. Is discreet and maintains confidentiality.
Analyst Payroll Port Elizabeth
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced Oracle Functional Analyst (HR & Payroll) to join the Port Elizabeth team.
Responsibilities- Ensure efficiency of the Oracle ERP system.
- Business process mapping.
- Continuous Improvement of the Oracle system.
- Liaise with business for user requirement definition.
- Project management of system enhancement implementation.
- Ensure user requirements are realised within the enhancement and/or implementation.
- Ensure periodic legislative changes/amendments to the system are correctly applied.
- Be the link between ICT and the rest of the business as regards to Oracle.
- Degree/Advanced Diploma in Information Technology, Human Resources Management or equivalent.
- Certification in Oracle EBS for the HR and Payroll module.
- Working knowledge of Oracle for at least 7 years.
- 3-5 years’ experience in Oracle Functional Human Capital and Financial knowledge.
- Have a good understanding of Oracle Fusion ERP system.
Analyst payroll port elizabeth
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Oracle Functional Analyst (HR & Payroll)
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client is seeking an experienced Oracle Functional Analyst (HR & Payroll) to join the Port Elizabeth team.
Responsibilities- Ensure efficiency of the Oracle ERP system.
- Business process mapping.
- Continuous Improvement of the Oracle system.
- Liaise with business for user requirement definition.
- Project management of system enhancement implementation.
- Ensure user requirements are realised within the enhancement and/or implementation.
- Ensure periodic legislative changes/amendments to the system are correctly applied.
- Be the link between ICT and the rest of the business as regards to Oracle.
- Degree/Advanced Diploma in Information Technology, Human Resources Management or equivalent.
- Certification in Oracle EBS for the HR and Payroll module.
- Working knowledge of Oracle for at least 7 years.
- 3-5 years’ experience in Oracle Functional Human Capital and Financial knowledge.
- Have a good understanding of Oracle Fusion ERP system.
Oracle functional analyst (hr & payroll)
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Payroll Processing Specialist
Posted 13 days ago
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CleverProfits is a financial services firm that simplifies entrepreneurship . We help online businesses in the US build highly profitable and sustainable businesses. We offer growth-focused services to a variety of clients in different industries, including digital and social media marketing agencies, coaches and course creators, consultants, affiliate and network marketers, influencers and streamers, SaaS and E-commerce businesses. CleverProfits uses the latest cloud platforms to serve businesses remotely from anywhere in the world.
Appealing to individuals that are looking for the following:
- Exposure to the US accounting landscape.
- Opportunity to work with various softwares that create a streamlined work process.
- Work in an environment that promotes growth, innovation, work-life balance, and teamwork.
- Empowered to self-manage and come up with innovative ideas to make improvements.
- Development in financial accounting and interacting with clients.
- A strong work culture with some amazing work colleagues.
Job Description: As a Payroll Processing Specialist at CleverProfits, you will be instrumental in managing and executing payroll services for our diverse client base. This critical role focuses on ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery, along with compliance with both state and federal regulations, which will be aided by an outsourced partner. You will work closely with client accounts to tailor payroll processes according to their specific needs while also advising on their processes to improve them, and resolve any issues that arise during the payroll process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process and manage payroll operations for multiple client accounts, ensuring accuracy, confidentiality, and timeliness.
- Liaise with clients to collect and verify payroll data, including hours worked, pay adjustments, and benefit deductions.
- Ensure that compliance with all applicable state and federal wage and hour laws are being handled by our outsourced partner.
- Troubleshoot and resolve payroll discrepancies and provide detailed responses to client inquiries regarding payroll matters.
- Perform regular audits of payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports on payroll status and other metrics to clients and management.
- Stay updated on new payroll technologies and practices to improve service delivery.
Requirements:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably in a client-facing role.
- Strong numeracy skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficiency with payroll software systems and an ability to adapt to new technologies.
- Sound understanding of payroll and tax regulations.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills, capable of managing multiple client accounts simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, with a proficiency in explaining complex payroll issues to non-specialists.
- Discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information.
Functional IT ORACLE Analyst - HR / Payroll
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Functional IT ORACLE Analyst - HR / Payroll
Recruiter:
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Date posted:
Thursday, May 8, 2025
Location:
Johannesburg, South Africa
SUMMARY:
POSITION INFO:
One of the leaders in the pathology / diagnostic sector is seeking a qualified and experienced Functional Analyst for their HR / Payroll department.
Qualifications and experience:
Matric
National Diploma in Information Technology or Relevant Business qualification (NQF Level 6)
Valid Driver’s License
Certificate in Business Analysis (Desirable)
No less than 5 years' Functional Analyst/ support experience within Oracle modules
Basic SQL experience (Desirable)
Understanding of business and system processes
Knowledge of relevant Oracle Modules (HRMS, Payroll)
Knowledge of application implementation methodology (AIM)
Knowledge of relevant legislation e.g. Income Tax Act (Desirable)
Basic Knowledge of SQL (Desirable)
Great track record as reference checks will be conducted upfront
Key skills:
Verbal and Written Communication
Analytical Thinking
Computer Literacy
Software Testing
Numerical
SQL
Reasoning
Attention to detail
Key performance areas:
Coach and mentor Trainee Functional Analyst
Minimize downtime by training users on systems
Design test cases and test
Research and evaluate new software
Configure system functionality
Driving continuous improvement
Recordkeeping - system incidents
- Seniority level Mid-Senior level
- Employment type Full-time
- Job function Information Technology
- Industries Advertising Services
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Employee Benefits Manager (Retirement Fund Administration - Everest - Midrand, Johannesburg)
Posted 19 days ago
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Our client, a leading employee benefits solutions company within the financial services sector, is currently seeking to employ a Head of Administration to join their team based in Midrand, Johannesburg. This position reports directly into the COO of the business.
Main Purpose of role:
- To provide strategic direction and input regarding the administration of employee benefits in line with client needs and working closely with the Executives and IT to implement and drive strategic changes.
- Manage a large team of client services administrators for a portfolio of funds, as well as lead the team and manage workflow.
- The Head of Administration will direct, administer and coordinate the internal operational activities of the organization in accordance with policies, goals, and objectives established by the Chief Executive Officer and the Board of Directors. The Head of Administration will assist the CEO in the development of organizational policies and goals that cover operations, personnel, financial performance and growth of the functions and or business units mentioned above.
STRATEGIC:
- Directs internal operations to achieve budgeted results and other financial criteria, and to preserve the capital funds invested in the enterprise.
- Participates in the development and preparation of short-term and long-range plans and budgets based upon broad organization goals and objectives.
- Recommends their adoption to the Chief Executive Officer.
- Directs the development and installation of procedures and controls, to promote communication and adequate information flow, and thereby solidify management control and direction of the enterprise.
- Develops and establishes operating policies consistent with the CEO’s broad policies and objectives and insures their adequate execution.
- Appraises and evaluates the results of overall operations regularly and systematically, and reports these results to the CEO.
- Ensures that all activities and operations are performed in compliance with local, state, and SARS regulations and laws governing business operations.
- Develops and maintains a sound plan of organization.
- Establishes policies to ensure adequate management development and to provide for capable management succession for those functions/business units falling under his/her responsibility.
- Directs the development and establishment of adequate and equitable personnel policies throughout the organization, including compensation policies and employee benefit plans.
- Ensures that the interests and welfare of employees as individuals are preserved and protected.
GENERAL MANAGEMENT:
- Managing overall administration team for the full function of employee benefits (contributions, claims, exits etc).
- Applying the rules, policies and administration procedures of different funds in accordance with the Company standard service level agreements.
- Organizing and managing administrators' activities when attending to members so that responses are delivered in a professional manner according to the requirements.
- Ensuring that monthly productivity targets are met.
- Monitoring performance and productivity standards and identifying areas of improvement/ Providing agents with feedback on productivity targets.
- Assisting in coaching, training and development of staff.
- Driving excellent service provision to contribute to the retention of clients which will result in attracting new business through proactive relationship management.
- Ensuring that responsible managers/team leaders are analyzing and investigating claims before the business can make a payment to the customer.
- Ensuring that company procedures are followed in the processing of claims and that benefits are paid to those who are eligible.
- Ensuring that payment of claims are on the basis contractual agreements between the business and the client.
- Checking and ensuring that thorough investigations have been conducted for finalization.
- Building and managing relationships with internal departments and clients.
- Ensuring that set targets are met on a daily and monthly basis.
RECORD KEEPING AND FILING:
- Ensure all documentation relating to umbrella funds are saved in the member profile on the system.
- Ensure appropriate notes are recorded in the member profile on the system.
- Full fund administration system filing.
REPORTING:
- Prepare, analyse and present ad hoc reports as and when requested.
- Prepare, analyse and present an accurate report for Trustees meetings.
- Have the ability to report at Trustee meetings.
QUERY RESOLUTION:
- Attend to queries or inquiries by members within the required timelines.
- Provide assistance to employers or service providers, where necessary.
RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT:
- Build and maintain positive relationships with all clients and service providers.
- Build and maintain supportive relationships with teams internally.
- Ensure that all communication sent internally and externally is dealt with professionally.
TIME MANAGEMENT:
- Meet production standards in terms of quantity and quality.
- Manage work outflow timeously.
- Relevant BCom, or Bachelor’s Degree, MBA Preferable.
- 10 years’ relevant experience in a similar position within the employee benefits/ retirement fund administration industry.
- Must have experience with reporting at trustee meetings.
- Intermediate - Advanced MS Excel skills.
Suitable individuals are encouraged to send their updated CV to warren(at)kwena(dot)net for immediate consideration.
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