Job Description
Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent
Payroll Manager
Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 06/05/2026
Red Ember Recruitment is seeking, on behalf of our client, a Payroll Manager to join their team based in Johannesburg, Gauteng.
The role leads and manages the payroll function for a large-scale, growing workforce of 3,000+ employees, overseeing a team of Payroll Supervisors and Administrators. Ensuring accurate and compliant payroll processing in line with company policies, South African labour legislation, and bargaining council agreements, while maintaining employee trust and satisfaction through timely salary payments and regulatory compliance.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage and mentor a team of Payroll Supervisors and Administrators to ensure efficient payroll processing.
- Oversee the preparation and processing of the full payroll cycle for 3,000+ employees across multiple regions, with multiple s...