Durban: Payroll Officer posted by Phakisa Holdings

Job Title: Payroll Officer

Reporting to: HCM Executive
Seniority Level: Mid Career (Above 6 yrs exp)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Reviewing payroll outputs for accuracy and compliance

• Ensuring alignment with internal policies and statutory requirements

• Supporting payroll governance and audit readiness

• Providing timely communication to internal stakeholders

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Review and Compliance

• Control and Documentation

• Communication and Vendor Liaison

• Integration and Collaboration

• Payroll Calendar Management

Qualifications and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Finance, HR, Business Administration, or related field

• 3–5 years of payroll or finance experience

• Knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory reporting requirements

• Familiarity with payroll systems and strong Excel skills

Core Competencies

• Analytical and detail-oriented

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Good communication and interpersonal skills

• High integrity and discretion in handling confidential information

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

Sectors: Financial Services, Human Resources, Logistics, Warehouse & Freight

Functions: Payroll/Salaries Administrator

Qualification Types: Diplomas, Post Graduate Degrees

Skills: 3-5 years of Payroll or Finance Exp, Knowledge of Payroll Legislation and statutory reporting requirements, Familiarity with payroll systems and strong Excel Skills