Brights Hardware was founded in 1971 by Mr. and Mrs. Luis as a General Dealer specializing in electrical contracting and repairs. Through the years, the business has grown into a multi-faceted outlet for all one’s building material and hardware needs.
Since opening the first warehouse in Stikland, Cape Town in 1995, Brights has expanded considerably wit...
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The Payroll Officer role is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, maintaining employee records, and providing HR support. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR team to drive business decisions and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is essential to excel in this dynamic environment.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Process payroll accurately and timely
Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, company policies and South African labour laws
Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records
Assist with payroll audits and investigations
Provide payroll reports and analytics to support business decisions
Perform HR administrative tasks, including recruitment, probation management and employee data management
Coordinate and compile inputs for the Workplace Skills Plan (WSP) & Annual Training Reports (ATR) including the Employment Equity Plans.
Manage time and attendance records, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
REQUIREMENTS:
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National Diploma in Human Resources or a related field (e.g., Business Administration, Industrial Psychology)
Minimum 3 years' experience in a similar role
Experience in a Retail environment will be advantageous
Strong understanding of South African labour laws and payroll regulations
Brights Induction (Service Excellence) certification (applicable to internal employees)
Valid Driver’s license (Code 08)
KEY SKILLS:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving
Ability to prioritise tasks, multi-task and manage time effectively
Attention to detail
Adaptability and teamwork
Analytical skills: Ability to analyse data and develop insights to inform HR decisions.
Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Ability to accurately capture and manage employee time and attendance data