Payroll Administrator

Tyron Consultancy; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm based in Cape Town seeks a Payroll Administrator to oversee payroll for approximately 400 employees. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of payroll experience in a manufacturing setting and must be proficient in payroll software and South African payroll legislation. This position requires strong Excel skills and offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5+ years payroll administration experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience processing payroll for large staff (400+ employees).
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administer end-to-end payroll for all staff.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and reconciliations.

Skills

Payroll administration

South African payroll legislation

Sage

MS Excel

HR qualification

Education

Matric (Grade 12)

Payroll / HR / Finance qualification

Tools

Payroll software (Sage, VIP, PaySpace)

Job description

Payroll Administrator position available in Cape Town.

Our manufacturing client is looking for a Payroll Administrator with 5+ years experience. To manage and execute the full payroll function for approximately 400 employees (including both permanent and wage staff) in a manufacturing environment. Ensure accurate and timely processing of salaries and wages, compliance with statutory requirements, and maintenance of payroll records.

Salary: R20 000 – R40 000 CTC (Depends on experience and qualifications).

Position type: Permanent – Office based only.

Location: Montague Gardens, Milnerton.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday 7:30am to 4:30pm.

Requirements

• Matric (Grade 12) essential
• Payroll / HR / Finance qualification
• Minimum 5 years’ payroll administration experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment
• Experience processing payroll for both permanent and wage staff
• Experience managing payroll for a large staff complement (400+ employees)
• Proficient in payroll software (e.g., Sage, VIP, PaySpace, or similar)
• Strong MS Excel skills
• Knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements

Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing:

• Administer end-to-end payroll for all permanent and wage staff (weekly, fortnightly, and monthly cycles as applicable).
• Capture, verify, and process all payroll data, including new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, overtime, leave, and deductions.
• Calculate and process overtime, shift allowances, bonuses, and other variable payments.
• Ensure accurate and timely payment of salaries and wages.

Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation (e.g., PAYE, UIF, SDL, Compensation Fund, BCEA, and other statutory requirements).
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and reconciliations (EMP201, EMP501, IRP5, etc.).
• Liaise with SARS and other statutory bodies as required.

Payroll Administration:

• Maintain and update employee payroll records and files.
• Prepare payroll reports for management and finance as required.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Administer employee benefits and deductions (medical aid, pension/provident fund, garnishees, etc.).

Time and Attendance:

• Collate and verify time and attendance data from clocking systems or timesheets.
• Address and resolve discrepancies in attendance records.

Employee Queries:

• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees in a timely and professional manner.
• Provide payslips and other payroll documentation as required.

Process Improvement:

• Identify and recommend improvements to payroll processes and systems.
• Assist with payroll system upgrades, testing, and implementation.