Red Ember Recruitment

HR & Payroll Officer (Sage 300 People)

Red Ember Recruitment  •  South Africa (Onsite)  •  4 hours ago
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Job Description


Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced HR & Payroll Officer to join our client's team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll while providing comprehensive HR administrative support across the employee lifecycle. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. The ideal candidate will have a sound understanding of payroll processes, South African labour legislation, and HR best practices.


The successful candidate will be responsible for the accurate processing of payroll on Sage 300 People, while providing comprehensive HR administrative support and ensuring compliance with South African labour legislation and company policies.

Payroll

  • Process end-to-end monthly payroll on Sage 300 People.

  • Capture and maintain employee information, including new appointments, terminations, promotions, salary increases, leave, allowances, deductions, and benefits.

  • Ensure payroll is processed accurately and within agreed deadlines.

  • Process overtime, commissions, incentives, and statutory deductions.

  • Reconcile payroll reports and prepare payroll-related reconciliations.

  • Generate payroll reports for Finance and Management.

  • Administer employee benefits, leave, and payroll queries.

  • Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other statutory requirements.

  • Prepare documentation for audits and maintain payroll records.

Human Resources

  • Support the full employee lifecycle, including on boarding and off boarding.

  • Maintain accurate employee files and HR records.

  • Prepare employment contracts, letters, and HR documentation.

  • Assist with leave administration and employee record management.

  • Support performance management, disciplinary, and incapacity processes where required.

  • Ensure compliance with the BCEA, Labour Relations Act, POPIA, and other relevant labour legislation.

  • Assist with recruitment administration, including interview coordination and reference checks.

  • Provide HR support and guidance to employees and managers.


Requirements


  • Matric (Grade 12).

  • Diploma in Human Resources, Payroll, or a related qualification.

  • 3–6 years' experience in a combined HR and Payroll role.

  • Proven experience processing payroll on Sage 300 People is essential.

  • Sound understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

  • Good understanding of HR administration and employee lifecycle processes.

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

  • Strong attention to detail with excellent numerical accuracy.

  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

  • Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently while managing multiple deadlines.

  • Experience working with medium to large payrolls.

  • Exposure to HR reporting and compliance.

  • Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices.

Key Competencies

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Excellent time management and organisational abilities.

  • Customer-focused with a professional approach.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

  • High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.

  • Team player with strong relationship-building skills
Red Ember Recruitment

About Red Ember Recruitment

Red Ember Recruitment - a division of Red Ember Technology (Pty) Ltd.

We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation. Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation. Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs.

Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry. Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products.

The Red Ember Recruitment team has a combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries. Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment from interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.

Contact us for recruitment, temporary employment services, payroll solutions, background vetting checks, and more.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Johannesburg, ZA
Year Founded
2018
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