Senior Payroll Administrator

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NPr003287/Lindi

Date posted:

Friday, February 13, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:

A well-established organization within the automotive industry is seeking a seasoned Senior Payroll Administrator to take ownership of a high-volume, deadline-driven payroll function.

POSITION INFO:

This opportunity is suited to a payroll professional who understands that payroll is not just processing; it’s compliance, accuracy, risk management and trust. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring payroll integrity while supporting finance and HR in a fast-paced operational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the full payroll function from input to finalisation
Process monthly payroll accurately and timeously for a large employee base
Ensure correct calculation of salaries, overtime, benefits and deductions
Oversee statutory compliance including PAYE, UIF, SDL and IRP5 submissions
Perform payroll reconciliations and ensure balance sheet accuracy
Resolve payroll queries and liaise with HR and finance teams
Maintain employee payroll records and ensure data integrity
Support audits and year-end payroll processes
Identify and implement payroll process improvements

Job Experience and Skills Required:

Minimum 5+ years’ payroll administration experience
Proven experience handling high-volume payrolls
Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and compliance requirements
Experience working on recognised payroll systems (essential)
High level of accuracy and attention to detail
Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet strict deadlines
Professional, confidential and solutions-driven approach

If you are an experienced payroll professional ready to step into a senior role within a dynamic and structured environment, we would like to connect with you.

Apply now!

For more exciting finance vacancies, please visit: If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.

For more information, contact:

Lindi Will

Researcher: Finance

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