People Support Systems Administrator

• Date Posted: Posted 2 days ago
• Location: Bellville, Western Cape
• Job Title: People Support Systems Administrator
• Education Level: Bachelors Degree
• Job Level: Intermediate
• Minimum Experience: 3 - 5 Years

A renowned Cosmetics Company is looking for a “People Support Systems Administrator” to join their team on a full-time permanent basis for their offices in Bellville, Cape Town.

Excellent compensation package on offer plus internal career advancement opportunities.

The purpose is to optimize our human resource information systems (HRIS). This role includes overseeing system performance, ensuring data accuracy, and supporting PS processes through effective system configuration and maintenance.

The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, a deep understanding of HRIS, and the ability to work collaboratively with both HR and IT teams ensuring efficient systems operations by proactively managing system configurations, data flow, problems, changes, performance, information flow, data integrity, security and compliance.

Minimum Requirements:

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Information Technology, Business Administration, or related field
• Python
• Project Management (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum)
• Database Administration

Ideal:

• Certification in Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)
• HRIS certification

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in HRIS administration or similar role.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms such as, Sage, Payspace, ERS T&A, ATS systems.
• Experience with system implementation and migration projects.
• Knowledge of SQL or other database query languages.
• Familiarity with South African labour laws and data privacy regulations (e.g., POPIA)
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Experience with data analysis & reporting tools.

Knowledge:

• Analytically inclined with a knack for report-writing and business insights
• Comfortable with legislative compliance related to payroll (incl. labour, tax, WCA or other)
• Proven track record in systems changes and/or system upgrade change management
• Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and best practices.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Key Performance Areas:

System Management and Process Improvement

• Analyse current HR processes and workflows, recommending improvements for efficiency and effectiveness.

Compliance and user adoption:

• Adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Stay informed about changes in labour laws, tax regulations, and other relevant legislation.

Project Management:

• Lead and participate in HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and implementations.

Reporting:

• Design, write and maintain payroll reports.
• Regular preparation of relevant management reports, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports.