Payroll Administrator (SAP) at SoluGrowth in Midrand
SoluGrowth · Midrand, Gauteng
Overview
SoluGrowth is looking for a Payroll Administrator with SAP experience to join their team in Midrand on a contract basis. You will handle payroll processing, run audits, resolve queries and make sure everything stays compliant with BCEA, SARS and POPIA. If you have 2 to 4 years of payroll or HR experience and enjoy working with numbers and people, this role gives you the chance to grow your payroll career in a fast paced shared services environment.
About the role
As a Payroll Administrator at SoluGrowth, you will be responsible for capturing and processing payroll input data accurately and on time. You will work according to payroll calendars and service level agreements, making sure every pay run is completed correctly.
Day to day you will handle payroll queries from employees, clients and third parties, conduct net pay comparisons, check payslips and perform payroll reconciliations. You will also investigate discrepancies, run audits comparing SAP payroll data to supporting documents and extract earnings reports for stakeholders.
Part of the role involves conducting affordability checks for SARS IT88 deductions, assisting with user acceptance testing and making sure all payroll activities comply with legislation including the BCEA, Tax Act, POPIA and medical aid and pension fund rules. You will also keep accurate records for audit purposes and look for ways to improve payroll processes and service delivery.
Application note: The listing does not include a specific application email or reference to include in your subject line. Apply through the job board link provided and make sure your CV clearly shows your SAP Payroll experience.Requirements
- Matric or Grade 12
- A Payroll or Human Resources qualification
- 2 to 4 years experience in a Payroll or HR environment
- Practical experience working with SAP Payroll
- Good understanding of payroll processes and calculations
- Knowledge of payroll related legislation including BCEA, SARS and POPIA
- Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
- Good understanding of basic accounting principles
- Advantageous: experience with SAP 409 and SAP Fusion, exposure to GSS Work Bench, document management systems, and shared services or high volume payroll environments
- Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
- Good analytical and problem solving abilities
- Strong planning and organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet strict deadlines
- Good communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Strong work ethic and ability to work in a fast paced environment
- A collaborative approach with a commitment to continuous improvement
Responsibilities
- Capture and process payroll input data accurately and within agreed deadlines
- Ensure adherence to payroll calendars, service level agreements and internal procedures
- Handle payroll queries from employees, clients and third parties and provide feedback within agreed turnaround times
- Conduct net pay comparisons, payslip checks and payroll reconciliations
- Interpret payslips and investigate payroll discrepancies
- Perform audits and self audits by comparing SAP payroll data against supporting documentation
- Process and extract earnings reports for relevant stakeholders
- Conduct affordability checks relating to SARS IT88 deductions
- Assist with User Acceptance Testing when required
- Investigate and resolve escalated payroll queries and discrepancies
- Ensure compliance with applicable payroll legislation including BCEA, Tax Act, POPIA and medical aid and pension fund regulations
- Maintain accurate records and supporting documentation for audit purposes
- Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and service delivery
Job details
- Organisation
- SoluGrowth
- Location
- Midrand, Gauteng
- Job type
- Contract
- Experience level
- Junior (2+ years)
- Education
- Diploma
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Posted
- 7 November 2026 (4 hours ago)
- Closing date
- 30 November 2026
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
This is a great role if you have a couple of years of payroll experience and want to work with SAP in a structured shared services team. Before you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your hands on SAP Payroll work, the types of payrolls you have processed and your knowledge of BCEA and SARS rules. The role is contract based in Midrand, so be ready to talk about your ability to hit deadlines and handle high volumes of queries. In the interview, expect questions about payroll calculations, how you handle discrepancies and how you stay compliant with POPIA when dealing with employee data. Show that you are detail driven and comfortable working with Excel and payroll systems. Good luck!
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