Payroll Manager

Hire Resolve; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Payroll Manager in Cape Town to manage the full payroll function for a growing client. You will oversee multi-branch payroll operations, ensure compliance with South African legislation, and optimize payroll systems. Candidates should have 5–8 years of robust payroll experience, strong knowledge of relevant legislation, and advanced Excel skills. This position offers the opportunity to impact operational performance and ensures competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of robust payroll experience in high-volume sectors.
• Proven track record in multi-branch payroll environments.
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-branch payrolls, ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Manage payroll-to-GL reconciliations and labour cost reporting.
• Optimize payroll systems and manage time & attendance integration.

Skills

Multi-branch payroll management

Compliance with South African legislation

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Payroll, Finance, Accounting, or HR

Tools

Payroll platforms (e.g., Agrigistics)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Payroll Manager (Cape Town)

Are you a detail-driven Payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career?

At Hire Resolve, we specialize in connecting top-tier talent with industry-leading organizations. We are currently representing a growing, reputable client in the Cape Town area that is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee their full payroll function.

About the Role

This is a senior, compliance-critical position responsible for the end-to-end management of payroll operations. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining financial control, ensuring statutory compliance, and managing labour costs within a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Multi-Branch Management: Oversee weekly wage and monthly salaried payrolls across multiple branches.

• Compliance: Ensure full adherence to all relevant South African legislation (including SARS, BCEA, LRA, and POPIA).

• Reporting & Reconciliation: Manage payroll-to-GL reconciliations and provide detailed labour cost reporting to management.

• Systems Oversight: Optimize payroll systems and manage time & attendance integration.

• Strategic Control: Implement strong internal controls and standardize processes across all operational branches.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Diploma or Degree in Payroll, Finance, Accounting, or HR.

• Experience: 5–8 years of robust payroll experience, preferably within industrial, manufacturing, or similar high-volume sectors.

• Expertise: Proven track record in multi-branch payroll environments and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and experience with payroll platforms (e.g., Agrigistics or similar).

Why Apply?

This role offers a unique opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance, cost control, and compliance within a stable, growing organization.
Our client provides a professional environment with a focus on accountability and competitive remuneration.

Ready to advance your career?

If you are a structured, compliance-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
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