Payroll Officer

Recruiter:

Persona Staff

Job Ref:

CPT005982/AT

Date posted:

Friday, October 17, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Payroll Officer
Location: Cape Town / Northern Suburbs
Industry: Manufacturing / Engineering
Type: Full-time | On-site
About the Company
Our client is a respected manufacturer with a long-standing presence in the Southern African market, supplying high-performance solutions to various technical sectors. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Payroll Officer to support their diverse workforce and evolving HR needs.

POSITION INFO:
Key Responsibilities

Process weekly wages for 4 entities and monthly salaries for 6 entities, combined this is a staff complement of +-200 employees
Capture all payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, and employment changes accurately in the payroll system
Ensure full compliance with MEIBC requirements, including calculation and submission of levies, contributions, and related returns
Prepare and submit all statutory declarations and returns (PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201s, EMP501s, etc.) in a timely manner
Oversee the administration and reporting of employee benefits, including pension/provident funds, medical aid, and insurance schemes
Maintain and update comprehensive and accurate payroll and employee records
Compile and submit monthly payroll journals and financial reports to the Finance Department
Respond to and resolve employee payroll queries promptly and professionally
Manage and update the leave tracking system, ensuring accurate and current leave records for all staff
Oversee the employee biometric system, ensuring all new hires, terminations, and employment changes are accurately recorded, and that all staff are consistently clocking in and out as required.
Handle the administrative processing of all payroll updates and changes efficiently
Remain up to date with the latest payroll legislation, tax laws, and industry best practices

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in Human Resources or a relevant field is advantageous
Demonstrated experience in a similar role
Proficient in HR systems, tools, and administrative processes
Strong understanding of South African labour legislation, including BCEA, EEA, and LRA
Familiarity with the metal industry is advantageous

To apply, please email your CV to
Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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