Payroll Officer

Recruiter: Red Ember Recruitment

Job Ref: 644624000023460007

Date posted: Friday, October 2, 2026

Location: Cape Town, South Africa

Salary: Market related

SUMMARY: POSITION INFO: Red Ember Recruitment is seeking a meticulous and experienced Payroll Officer to join our client’s team based in Plattekloof. This role is ideally suited to a payroll professional who is deadline-driven, highly accurate, and confident managing the full payroll function within a structured environment. Payroll Processing Process monthly and bi-weekly UK payrolls accurately and within deadlines. Process payroll using SAGE50 (UK) and Morepay . Complete all month-end payroll activities. Import payroll batches accurately. Process salary adjustments and payroll amendments. Maintain employee pension records. Ensure accurate maintenance of employee payroll information. Verify payroll data, attendance, and time records. Statutory Compliance Prepare and submit HMRC Real Time Information (RTI) submissions, including: Full Payment Submission (FPS) Employer Payment Summary (EPS) Process statutory documentation including: P45 P60 P11D / P11D(b) Ensure compliance with UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements. Payroll Administration Maintain accurate payroll records and filing systems. Ensure payroll documentation is scanned and filed correctly. Handle confidential payroll information professionally. Perform payroll-related administrative duties as required. Reporting & Reconciliations Prepare payroll reports for management and relevant departments. Complete monthly reconciliations including: Pension reconciliations Statutory payment reconciliations Assist with payroll audits and compliance reporting. Payroll Queries Resolve payroll queries from employees and management professionally. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders. Follow up on outstanding payroll information to ensure deadlines are met. Requirements Qualifications Relevant Diploma or Qualification in: Payroll Accounting Human Resources Or equivalent qualification Experience 3–5 years' experience processing UK payroll. Experience using SAGE50 (UK) and Morepay . Experience processing high-volume payrolls. Strong knowledge of UK payroll legislation and statutory requirements. Proven ability to meet strict payroll deadlines. Technical Knowledge UK Payroll legislation HMRC RTI submissions FPS & EPS submissions P45, P60, P11D/P11D(b) Pension administration Payroll reconciliations Advanced Microsoft Excel Payroll reporting Payroll systems administration Competencies Excellent attention to detail Strong numerical ability High level of accuracy Strong analytical skills Excellent organisational skills Effective time management Ability to work under pressure Strong problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality Relationship management skills