Samaira H.
Mid-Level Payroll and HR Manager
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Samaira H. is a highly skilled HR & Payroll Manager with a proven track record in managing comprehensive payroll functions and human resources management across various industries. With over four years of experience at Dragon City Management (Pty) Ltd, Samaira was responsible for full-cycle payroll processing, including payroll journal entries, benefits management, legal compliance, and employee relations. Her expertise extends to conducting CCMA hearings, formulating training plans, and implementing company policies in alignment with labor laws. At Dragon City, she managed HR and payroll for a staff headcount exceeding two thousand employees across five companies, ensuring timely submission of EMP201 and EMP501 returns. Samaira has a solid background in bookkeeping from her time at Raydian (Pty) Ltd, where she handled accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations, and financial reporting. Her comprehensive skill set is supplemented by a diploma in Financial Accounting and Human Resources from Allison International, using systems such as Sage VIP, Pastel Evolution, and Xero Accounting.
Experience
Payroll Officer
null · 2024 — PresentProcessing payroll to ensure timely and accurate employee payments, including calculating taxes and deductions. Collecting timesheets to track hours worked and ensuring legal compliance with payroll transactions according to company policies and applicable laws.HR & Payroll Manager
Dragon City Management (Pty) Ltd · 2022 — 2023Oversaw recruitment and training programs, focusing on staff retention and performance management. Developed training plans and procedures. Managed employee leave and produced HR reports while aligning contracts with labour regulations.HR & Payroll Administrator
Exclusive Tyres · 2022 — 2022Handled full payroll and HR functions including capturing leave, overtime, and bonuses. Ensured accuracy of payroll documentation before submission for salary loading. Prepared month-end reports and maintained employee records.Senior HR & Payroll Manager
Happex (Pty)Ltd · 2018 — 2022Managed comprehensive HR and payroll operations across four companies. Led recruitment, training, and development initiatives while handling employee retention strategies. Prepared payroll schedules and ensured compliance with labour laws in policy formation.Bookkeeper
Raydian (Pty)Ltd · 2016 — 2018Processed accounts receivables and managed daily transactions. Maintained accurate records while performing reconciliations and ensuring compliance with financial policies. Prepared invoices and managed vendor payments.Taxation Officer
Mohammed & Associates · 2015 — 2016Ensured accurate completion of income tax returns and VAT calculations. Managed submissions for EMP201 and EMP501. Conducted financial recording and general administration of tax responsibilities.Accounts Assistant
Cable Applications · 2013 — 2014Assisted with accounts by capturing cash book entries and managing debtor and creditor accounts. Engaged in customer relations while preparing statutory accounts and ensuring transaction accuracy.Finance Assistant
Absa Bank · 2007 — 2014Managed daily reporting and performed payroll tasks including drafting salary slips and maintaining a filing system. Engaged in email correspondence and prepared financial spreadsheets and journal entries.
Skills & Expertise
Education
- Diploma in Financial AccountingAllison International · — — 2022
- Human ResourcesAllison International · — — 2022
- High School DiplomaBuffelsdale Secondary School
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