Assistant Manager – HR Operations & Payroll (South Africa) at EXL Talent Acquisition Team

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll Administration, HR Operations, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Analytical Skills, Communication Skills, Oracle HCM, Attention to Detail, Problem-Solving, Employee Lifecycle Management, Statutory Compliance, Data Accuracy, ServiceNow, HRMS Platforms, Employee Benefits Administration, Audit Readiness

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Job Title: Assistant Manager – HR Operations & Payroll (South Africa) We are seeking a dynamic, detail-oriented, and proactive professional to join our team as Assistant Manager – HR Operations & Payroll. This role will manage end-to-end HR operations with a strong focus on payroll administration, including hands-on experience in South Africa payroll. The incumbent will ensure accurate, complaint, and timely execution of payroll and HR processes while delivering high-quality support to employees and key stakeholders. Exposure to Oracle Fusion HCM (multiple modules), HDL (HCM Data Loader), and OTBI – HCM will be considered an added advantage. Shift Timing: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM (IST) Key Responsibilities A. Payroll Administration Process monthly payroll inputs including attendance, new joiners, exits, salary revisions, and variable pay components Calculate, validate, and reconcile salaries, deductions, and statutory components with high accuracy Coordinate with payroll vendors, Finance, and internal HR teams to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing Manage full & final settlements, payroll reconciliations, and statutory compliance requirements Handle payslips, salary advances, payroll documentation, and audit-related queries Address and resolve payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders within defined SLAs Experience in handling South Africa payroll is preferred B. HR Operations Manage end-to-end onboarding and exit processes, including documentation and system updates Issue employee letters such as offer, confirmation, increment, promotion, market correction, experience, and relieving letters Maintain and update employee records in HRMS platforms with high data accuracy and integrity Support employee lifecycle events including transfers, promotions, organizational changes, and role movements Resolve employee HR queries through ticketing tools such as ServiceNow, adhering to defined SLAs Coordinate with global and regional HR teams to support standardized HR operations and workflows Track, analyze, and report operational performance, SLAs, and service delivery metrics Ensure audit readiness and compliance with internal HR policies, procedures, and controls Support domestic and international employee movement processes Coordinate employee benefits administration with internal and external stakeholders Process notices period waivers and ensure accurate updates in HR systems Upload, maintain, and manage exit-related documentation in HR tools Required Skills & Competencies Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Strong analytical skills with high attention to detail and a structured approach to problem-solving Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience working with HRMS platforms such as Oracle HCM Preferred Skills Exposure to Oracle Fusion HCM, HDL (HCM Data Loader), and OTBI – HCM for reporting and analytics will be considered an added advantage Qualifications & Experience Education: Graduate in any discipline Experience: 3–5 years of relevant experience in HR Operations and Payroll Payroll experience will be a strong advantage South Africa payroll exposure preferred

Responsibilities

The Assistant Manager will manage end-to-end HR operations with a focus on payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing. Responsibilities include processing payroll inputs, managing onboarding and exit processes, and resolving employee HR queries.