Payroll & HR Systems Support Consultant
About The Position
A specialist Payroll & HR Solutions provider is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll & HR Systems Support Consultant to join their team. The role focuses on payroll systems implementation support, data management, and payroll processing assistance within a structured, deadline-driven environment. This is a highly data-driven role requiring strong Excel capability, accuracy, and the ability to work with payroll and HR system processes. This is a technical, systems and data-focused role and not a general HR administration position. Candidates with strong Excel ability, attention to detail, and an interest in payroll systems and structured data work will thrive in this environment.
Requirements
- Matric plus relevant qualification in HR / Payroll / Business Administration / Information Systems
- Strong Excel skills (essential)
- High attention to detail and strong numerical accuracy
- Analytical and logical thinking ability
- Ability to work with structured systems and large datasets
- Ability to manage deadlines in a structured environment
Nice To Haves
- Exposure to payroll systems such as Sage 300 People, SPA, or SBCPP
- Payroll administration or payroll support experience
- Experience in system implementation or data migration
- Exposure to statutory reporting (WSP/ATR, Employment Equity)
- Project coordination experience
Responsibilities
- Prepare and format data import sheets for payroll and HR systems (e.g. Sage 300 People, SPA, SBCPP)
- Support payroll processing and outsourcing operations through data preparation and validation
- Assist with system implementation and data migration projects
- Clean, validate, and reconcile payroll and employee data
- Assist with system testing, setup, and troubleshooting of data issues
- Work extensively in Excel for data preparation, cleaning, and reporting
- Maintain structured import templates and datasets
- Identify and resolve data inconsistencies prior to uploads
- Ensure accuracy across multiple payroll datasets
- Assist with statutory reporting (Skills Development and Employment Equity)
- Maintain compliance trackers and documentation
- Support project administration and client data follow-ups
Benefits
- Training on payroll and HR systems
- Career growth into a Payroll & HR Systems Consultant role
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
