Payroll Administrator

About the role

The Payroll Administrator will support TMF Group's payroll teams in delivering high‑quality client service across a portfolio of clients. This full‑time, onsite position in Cape Town involves preparing data, handling client administration and acting as the day‑to‑day contact for payroll services.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver payroll deliverables to clients within internal and external deadlines while adhering to controls, policies and procedures.
• Collect, input and maintain client data in payroll databases and ensure accurate record‑keeping.
• Escalate client or work issues to supervisors/managers and assist team members as needed.
• Prepare and submit statutory filings and reports such as EMP201 and EMP501.
• Liaise with tax authorities, TMF offices and support the Tax Officer with SARS requests.

Required profile

• Organised, logical and thorough with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and prioritize workload.
• Minimum 1 year full payroll administration experience and studying towards a payroll qualification.
• Understanding of basic payroll processing, deductions and regulatory submissions.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Payroll/HR software
• EMP201 statutory filing
• EMP501 statutory filing

What we offer

• Learning opportunities with experienced colleagues and support for training.
• Value‑driven work environment based on integrity and respect.
• Team‑oriented culture that encourages continuous improvement.
• Ambitious, growing company where new ideas are welcomed.