Payroll Admin

3 days ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Hire Resolve Full time R450 000 - R600 000 per year

Job Title: Payroll Administrator

Location: Cape Town
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Market-Related
Reporting To: HR Manager / Finance Manager

Hire Resolve's Client are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Administrator to join our team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for accurately processing payroll, maintaining payroll records, and supporting the HR and finance departments with relevant payroll-related administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect, verify, and capture employee attendance, overtime, and leave records.
  • Process weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payrolls accurately and on time.
  • Ensure compliance with all statutory payroll deductions (e.g. PAYE, UIF, SDL, etc.).
  • Maintain and update employee payroll information and files.
  • Generate and distribute payslips.
  • Assist with payroll queries from staff and management.
  • Prepare reports for HR and finance, including payroll summaries, tax reports, and reconciliation data.
  • Support year-end processes including IRP5 submissions.
  • Coordinate with HR for new hires, terminations, and changes in employment terms.
  • Keep up to date with payroll legislation and company policies.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Grade 12 / Matric certificate (required)
  • Diploma or Certificate in Payroll Administration, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field (advantageous)
  • No previous payroll experience required – training will be provided
  • Familiarity with any payroll software (e.g. Sage, VIP, PaySpace, SimplePay, etc.) is advantageous but not mandatory
  • Good computer skills (MS Excel, Word, Outlook)

Skills & Competencies:

  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good time management and organizational skills
  • Confidentiality and discretion
  • Strong numeracy and problem-solving abilities
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Willingness to learn and grow within the role

Working Environment:

  • Office-based role within a manufacturing plant
  • Close collaboration with HR, finance, and operations departments
  • Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move.

  • Salary: negotiable.
  • Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.
  • You can also visit the Hire Resolve website:  or email us your CV: [email protected]
  • Alternatively, you can also contact me directly at [email protected]
  • When applying via email please use "Payroll Admin" as the subject line

We will contact you telephonically in 3 days should you be suitable for this vacancy. If you are not suitable, we will put your CV on file and contact you regarding any future vacancies that arise.

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