Payroll Supervisor

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NFR008962/JLo

Date posted:

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Location:

Pretoria, South Africa

Salary:

300000 Annually

SUMMARY:
Lead Payroll Operations in a High-Performance Environment!

POSITION INFO:
Company and Job Description:
A fast-growing, dynamic recruitment and payroll business is looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to lead and optimise its payroll and billing function. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on payroll professional with strong leadership skills, systems expertise, and a drive for continuous improvement.

As Payroll Supervisor, you will take ownership of the full payroll and billing cycle while supervising a dedicated payroll team. You will act as a key link between internal stakeholders, finance, external partners, and systems platforms, ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
This role suits a detail-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys improving processes and strengthening controls.

Key Responsibilities:
Payroll & Billing Management

Oversee end-to-end payroll and billing processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery
Import and validate employee, client, and placement data
Resolve payroll and billing queries from contractors, clients, and internal teams
Adjust, re-bill, and validate invoices, ensuring correct rates and cost allocations
Conduct portal rate comparisons to monitor pricing and margins
Manage vendor and Umbrella company relationships, including compliance checks

Systems & Reporting

Serve as the primary contact for payroll system queries and data issues
Liaise with accountants on payroll costings, invoicing, and reconciliations
Produce payroll reports and management information
Respond to government-related payroll queries in line with UK legislation
Utilise systems such as Salesforce, Access PAB, and advanced Excel tools

Process Improvement & Controls

Design and implement payroll controls, validation checks, and system rules
Develop and maintain macro-enabled Excel templates to improve efficiency
Identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement

Leadership & Team Development

Provide daily supervision and support to the payroll team
Deliver training, coaching, and performance management
Contribute to performance improvement initiatives and workforce planning

Job Experience and Skills Required:
Completed Matric
Completed Payroll Certificate would be beneficial
5 - 10 years’ payroll experience
Strong knowledge of end-to-end payroll and billing processes
Advanced Excel skills, including macros and complex template development
Proven leadership or supervisory experience

Apply now!

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For more information, contact:
Juanette Lotter
Executive Consultant

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