Job Description
Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent
Payroll Team Leader
Johannesburg, South Africa | Posted on 04/02/2026
Red Ember is seeking a Payroll Team Leader, based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, to join our client’s team.
The successful candidate will lead the Payroll Team in delivering a professional and responsive payroll service to both internal and external stakeholders, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and service level agreements, and guaranteeing accurate and timely monthly payroll processing.
Responsibilities
- Supervise the Payroll Administrator Team to ensure accurate and timely payment of staff
- Allocate workloads appropriately and provide training/knowledge sharing
- Monitor performance and motivate the team, fostering continuous improvement and customer service excellence
- Undertake day-to-day payroll activities to maintain practical knowledge and ensure smooth operations