Payroll Administrator - Maternity Cover

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Contract

Payroll Administrator - Maternity Cover

Cape Town, South Africa | Posted on 04/03/2026

Red Ember Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our clients for an experienced Payroll Administrator for a fixed term contract.

This role is responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and on-time payroll processing that builds trust and supports a positive employee experience.

The Payroll Administrator will capture, maintain, update, and terminate employee data with precision, ensure statutory compliance, and manage payroll processing in line with company policies, South African legislation, and best practice standards.

This position requires high levels of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism, ensuring that payroll runs smoothly, compliantly, and in full support of both the business and employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide accurate monthly payroll check reports to e...