Payroll Officer | Head Office | Permanent

Are you an experienced payroll professional with a strong eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy? Join an established hospitality and entertainment group where your payroll expertise will contribute to the effective delivery of a high-quality payroll function.

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, ensuring that all employee and third-party payments are processed in accordance with company policies, procedures and applicable statutory requirements. The role requires a high level of accuracy, strong administrative capability and the ability to work effectively within a deadline-driven environment.

You will also play an important role in payroll reconciliations, reporting, journal preparation and the resolution of payroll-related queries. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to ongoing process improvements while providing professional support and service to internal and external stakeholders.

Our client is a well-established South African hospitality, gaming and entertainment group with a substantial national footprint and a diverse workforce. The organisation offers an established corporate environment with opportunities for professional development, collaboration and long-term career growth.

What You'll Do

• Update, maintain and process payroll accurately and within established deadlines.

• Ensure payroll activities comply with company policies, procedures and statutory requirements.

• Process employee and third-party payments accurately and timeously.

• Prepare and submit payroll reconciliations within required reporting deadlines.

• Complete manual journals when required.

• Assist with monthly and annual payroll reporting requirements.

• Provide professional and responsive service to internal and external stakeholders.

• Stay informed about relevant payroll practices, trends and statutory requirements.

• Identify and resolve payroll-related problems and discrepancies.

• Contribute to maintaining departmental competence, motivation and continuous improvement.

• Work independently and collaboratively to maintain consistent quality and accuracy.

What You Bring

• Matric (NQF Level 4).

• A two-year Payroll Administration Diploma or equivalent qualification.

• At least five years' experience in payroll administration.

• Good verbal and written English communication skills.

• Strong computer literacy.

• Good numerical ability and attention to detail.

• Sound administrative and organisational skills.

• The ability to work accurately under pressure and meet strict deadlines.

• A professional, service-oriented approach to working with stakeholders.

• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

What Success Looks Like

• Payroll is processed accurately, consistently and within established deadlines.

• Employee and third-party payments are completed correctly.

• Payroll reconciliations and reporting are submitted on time.

• Payroll-related discrepancies and queries are resolved efficiently.

• Statutory and internal payroll requirements are consistently met.

• Internal and external stakeholders receive professional and reliable service.

• The payroll department benefits from a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.