Payroll Manager

Recruiter:

Communicate Recruitment

Job Ref:

CTF022028/Jen

Date posted:

Monday, December 29, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

600 000 Annually

SUMMARY:
A leading organisation in the financial services sector is unwrapping an exciting opportunity this season – an experience Payroll Manager to take the lead in a high-volume, fast-paced payroll environment. If you’re a confident leader with exceptional payroll expertise and a passion for precision, this role offers the ideal platform to shine. You’ll guide a dedicated team through complex payroll cycles, ensure accuracy at every turn, and keep operations running smoothly – even during the busiest time of the year. With the organisation gearing up for a strong start to the new year, they’re looking for someone who can bring structure, stability, and a little festive cheer to the payroll function. If you’re ready to step into a role where your leadership and technical skills truly make an impact, consider this your cue to sleigh the season and elevate your career.

POSITION INFO:

Job Description:
As the Payroll Manager, your duties and responsibilities include the following:
Managing and overseeing a payroll of 5,000+ employees
Ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing
Leading, motivating, and developing the payroll team
Handling complex commission calculations across multiple structures
Performing third-party payments and ensuring full compliance
Overseeing payroll controls, audits, reconciliations, and statutory submissions
Driving process improvements and ensuring strong internal controls

Skills & Experience:
Up to 7 years of experience in the payroll function
Proven experience managing high-volume payroll
Strong understanding of commission structures and calculations
Experience handling 3rd party payments
Strong leadership and people management abilities

Qualification:
Relevant degree in finance or accounting

Contact JENELLE COOKSON on , quoting the Ref: CTF022028.

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