Payroll SAP Specialist

Listing reference: amka_000047
Listing status: Online
Apply by: 30 April 2026
Position summary
Industry: FMCG & Supply Management
Job category: FMCG, Retail, Wholesale and Supply Chain
Location: Gauteng
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: No
About our company
Amka is a South African home grown company with over 60 years in the Health and Beauty Industry. We are among the top 5 in South Africa. Our Vision is to be “Brand leaders in the Health, Beauty and Home Care Industry.” Our purpose is “To enrich people’s lives by creating and sharing Abundance.”With a portfolio of over 50 popular brands, Amka is a leading manufacturer in Skin Care, Bath Care, Hair Care, Home Care, Perfumes, Deodorants and Sun Screens.Our Health and Beauty brands include some of South Africa’s most-loved brands.
Introduction
# We are hiring. Amka is seeking a highly experienced Payroll SAP specialist to manage end-to-end payroll operations for a workforce of over 1,000 employees. This role is designed for an SAP HCM Payroll expert who excels in high-volume, fast-paced corporate environments. Candidate Essential Requirements * Experience: 8 years in payroll management for large-scale workforces (1,000 staff). * SAP Payroll Expertise: A minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience with SAP Payroll is essential (NOT SAP HR OR SAGE OR VIP) * Skills: High attention to detail for data, ability to meet tight payroll deadlines, and strong professional communication skills. Key Responsibilities * Payroll Execution: Manage the full weekly payroll cycle, including wage deductions and bank file uploads. * Technical Reporting: Utilize SAP and Spinifex reporting tools to audit data and maintain 100% payment accuracy. * Query Management: Serve as the primary point of contact for staff loans, labor company invoices, and general payroll inquiries.
Job description

Join Our Finance Team. Amka is looking for a high-performing payroll clerk to drive precision and excellence in our payroll operations. With a workforce of over 1,000 employees, we are seeking a technical expert who thrives in a fast-paced, SAP-driven environment.
 
If you have 8 years of experience and mastery of SAP Payroll, this is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in a leading organization that values accuracy and professional growth.
 
The Impact You’ll Make
* Execute with Excellence: Manage end-to-end weekly payroll, wage deductions, and bank file uploads for a large-scale workforce.
* Technical Ownership: Leverage your expertise in SAP and Spinifex reporting to audit data and ensure 100% payment accuracy.
* Problem Solver: Act as the go-to expert for payroll queries, staff loans, and labor company invoices.
 
What You Bring
* Experience: 8 years in payroll, specifically handling 1,000 employees.
* SAP Payroll: A minimum of 8 years of hands-on SAP Payroll experience (essential).
* Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to capturing hours, auditing data, and meeting tight deadlines.
* Communication: Ability to resolve queries professionally and manage internal stakeholder expectations.
 
Why Amka?
We believe in rewarding the expertise that keeps our business moving. We offer a competitive package, including the following:
 * Medical Aid & Pension Fund
 * Performance-Based Bonuses
* A collaborative, professional corporate culture.

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Minimum requirements

Payroll Experience: At least 8 years of professional payroll experience in a structured, professional payroll environment.

SAP HCM Payroll Expertise: A minimum of 8 years of direct, hands-on SAP Payroll experience (this is an essential requirement, not negotiable).

Workforce Scale: Proven track record of managing payroll for a large workforce of 1,000 employees.

Benefits

* Financial Security: Includes a pension fund and medical aid.
* Incentives: Performance-based bonuses; you can earn the equivalent of one, two, or three months’ salary.
* Environment: A professional, collaborative culture.

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