HR Systems Analyst / Business Analyst – Bellville, Cape Town. A renowned Cosmetics Company is looking for a “HR System Analyst / Business Analyst” 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 and reporting tools. Report writing with BI, Python, SQL. 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. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Risk Assessment and Management Business Process Modeling Key Performance Areas: System Management and Process Improvement Analyse current HR processes and workflows, recommending improvements for efficiency and effectiveness. Develop and implement best practices for HRIS usage and data management, ERS, Payspace, Bytekast, Sharepoint. Collaborate with HR and IT teams to design and deploy new system features and enhancements. Ensure data integrity in both systems and perform regular system Audits to ensure data. process and system integrity as well as functionality Assist in the design, develop, implement, and maintain the HRIS user SOPs Stay updated with changes in payroll regulations and laws and incorporate necessary changes into the payroll processes Administer and maintain the HRIS, ensuring system integrity and data accuracy. Configure and update HRIS modules based on evolving HR needs and organizational requirements. Compliance and user adoption: Adherence to company policies and procedures. Stay informed about changes in labour laws, tax regulations, and other relevant legislation. Provide training to users on system usage, best practices, and new features to enhance their productivity Perform user adoption Audits and drive interventions to increase best practice usage. Project Management: Lead and participate in HRIS-related projects, including system upgrades, migrations, and implementations. Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones and deliverables are met. Monitor project timelines and budgets, providing regular updates to PS Ops Manager Gather and document business requirements by conducting interviews, workshops, and meetings with stakeholders Analyse and document these requirements to ensure they are clear, complete, and feasible Document and model existing and future business processes to identify areas for improvement and optimisation Reporting: Design, write and maintain payroll reports. Regular preparation of relevant management reports, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end reports. Prepare ad-hoc reports as required, e.g. for budget, bonus and/or increase processes. Review and ensure accuracy and relevance of reports. Generate regular reports for management, finance, and other relevant departments. Ensure General Ledger import into Odoo runs monthly. Ensure integration of information between Finance, HR, and Payroll business systems. Assist in maintaining the Learning Management System (LMS) platform. Analyse training results and communicate findings to the Learning&Development (L&D) and Talent Specialists. Compile and analyse training data, including checklist attendance records, assessment scores, performance metrics, to generate comprehensive monthly reports. Applying for this position: Only open to South African citizens. If you are interested in this great career opportunity, please send us your CV with position title as reference. #J-18808-Ljbffr