Senior Payroll Officer X 2 positions, Finance Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the Western Cape seeks a Senior Payroll Officer to ensure accurate payroll services and compliance. The ideal candidate has a National Diploma in Payroll Administration and at least five years of relevant experience, including supervisory duties. Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential. This permanent position offers a chance to contribute to an equity-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years relevant experience in a payroll environment.
• 2-3 years experience in a supervisory role.
• Relevant qualifications in Payroll Administration or Finance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely payroll services.
• Oversee payroll processing and supervision of staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Payroll Administration

Staff Supervision

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Advanced Excel

Education

National Diploma in Payroll Administration, Finance, Accounting

Tools

ERP Systems

ITS

VIP

SAP

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Job Title

Senior Payroll Officer X 2 positions, Finance Department

Faculty

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Finance -> Payroll

Campus/ Location

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Support / Admin

Number of Positions

2

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

17/8/2025

Job Purpose

Responsible for delivering accurate and timely payroll services at Cape Peninsula University of Technology by ensuring compliance with policies, supporting the Payroll Manager, overseeing payroll processing and supervision of staff.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant National Diploma in Payroll Administration, Finance, Accounting or equivalent qualification.
• A Minimum of five (5) years relevant experience in a payroll environment, of which 2-3 years in a supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of any electronic payroll, ERP system experience is advantageous (ITS, VIP, SAP etc.).
• Computer Literacy-advanced Excel and Ms Word.

Recommendations:

• Tertiary experience will be an added advantage.

Please Note: Preference will be given to Internal candidates who meet the minimum requirements.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Maintain the structure of the payroll system code and perform regular reviews of system configurations.
• Verify all input data received and captured on the ITS system, both internal and external, for accurate monthly payroll processing.
• Monthly Payroll Run.
• Monthly Third-party payments and payment schedules.
• Monthly and Annual Statutory submissions.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to address and resolve payroll-related queries.
• Reconciliation of Payroll Accounts.
• Staff Supervision.
• Analytical thinking and ability to take new challenge.
• Ability to meet deadline.
• Manage and motivate staff.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Computer literacy on Microsoft.

General Information

Closing Date: 17 August 2025
For enquiries and assistance with your on-line application, please contact Ms Viwe Lalela, Human Capital Department
on [e-mail] or 021 460 3351

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The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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