Lead Payroll Supervisor – High-Volume, Cape Town

Frogg Recruitment

Cape Town

On-site

ZAR 446,000 - 558,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Frogg Recruitment in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor to manage end-to-end payroll for corporate, technical, and shift staff. The role ensures accurate processing and compliance with SA labor laws and SARS regulations, supporting a fast-paced telecoms/call centre environment.

Location is Foreshore, Cape Town. Salary ranges from R40 000 to R50 000 per month, with a focus on leadership, accuracy, and timely reporting.

Qualifications

4 years end-to-end payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role.
Strong knowledge of South African tax legislation and labor laws.
Proficiency in Sage 300 People and VIP Premier; advanced MS Excel.
Telecoms/ ICT/ call centre experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversee monthly payroll processing for high-volume staff (permanent, contract, shift workers).
Ensure accuracy and timeliness of payroll submissions and tax reconciliations.
Manage statutory submissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL, COIDA) and SARS reconciliations (EMP201, EMP501, IRP5s).
Calculate overtime, shift allowances, standby pay, and sales commissions.
Lead and develop a small Payroll Administrators team.
Prepare payroll journals and variance reports; assist auditors as needed.
Resolve complex payroll inquiries as escalation point.