Marcel Nortjé
HR and Payroll Administrator
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About
HR and Payroll Administrator with hands-on experience independently managing payroll and HR administrative functions for small business clients within a South African context. Experienced in SimplePay, SARS eFiling (EMP201 submissions), COID documentation, and confidential employee records management. Trusted to operate with minimal supervision, exercising sound judgment in payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, and HR administration, with a strong interest in further developing professionally within human resources.
Experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
HR and Payroll Administrator A to Z Payroll and HR — Bloemfontein, Free State
05/2022 – Present
- Independently manage payroll processing for an assigned portfolio of clients using SimplePay, including employee onboarding and terminations
- Prepare and issue accurate monthly payslips in compliance with South African payroll and tax legislation
- Calculate, prepare, and submit EMP201 returns via SARS eFiling, ensuring timely statutory compliance
- Handle day-to-day payroll queries from clients independently, escalating only complex or high-risk matters when necessary
- Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records and statutory documentation
- Independently draft HR-related correspondence, including contracts of employment, retrenchment letters, and employment administration documents
- Complete and maintain Compensation Commissioner (COID) and other statutory employer documentation for clients
- Exercise professional judgment and confidentiality when handling sensitive employee, payroll, and HR information
Marketer / Content Administrator
Ditsemblits — Bloemfontein, Free State
05/2022 – 12/2024
- Posted and managed daily news articles
- Reviewed content for grammar, spelling, and accuracy prior to publication
- Assisted with basic administrative tasks related to content management
Teacher’s Assistant
Fichardtpark High School — Bloemfontein, Free State
10/2021 – 04/2022
- Supported teachers with daily administrative and classroom tasks
- Assisted with learner supervision and school compliance requirements during COVID protocols
Education
Bachelor of Social Science
Majoring in Industrial Psychology and Psychology
University of the Free State — Bloemfontein
02/2018 – 12/2021
National Senior Certificate (NSC)
Fichardtpark High School — Bloemfontein
01/2013 – 12/2017
