Payroll Administrator

Job Description

• At Cape Union Mart, we believe in equipping our people with the tools and support they need to thrive. We’re looking for a passionate and meticulous Payroll Administrator to join our Human Capital team - someone who understands that behind every payslip is a valued team member, and that getting it right matters.
• You’ll play a key role in ensuring the accurate, confidential, and timely processing of payroll across our growing group, supporting our mission to enable adventure and inspire our people.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll processing for multiple business units within deadlines
• Ensuring wage and salary calculations are accurate and compliant
• Working closely with HR to maintain current and accurate employee data
• Responding to payroll queries with empathy, clarity, and professionalism
• Completing monthly reconciliations and preparing payroll-related reports
• Supporting month-end processes and statutory submissions, including Stats SA reporting
• Continuously identifying ways to improve accuracy and efficiency in the payroll process

Requirements & Skills

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a payroll role
• Experience with Payspace (Deel) is preferred (SAGE exposure beneficial)
• Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel)
• Solid understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements are essential
• Previous experience working with Botswana and Namibian legislation will be highly advantageous
• Previous experience and knowledge of retail/manufacturing environment will be beneficial
• Bookkeeping experience is advantageous
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Discretion and integrity when working with confidential information

What Makes You a Great Fit

You’re someone who:

• Thrives in a team-focused, high-performance culture
• Has a keen eye for detail and a passion for getting things right
• Brings a sense of ownership and pride to your work
• Approaches challenges with a solutions mindset
• Embraces change and adapts quickly to new systems and processes
• Communicates clearly, listens actively, and responds with empathy
• Lives the Cape Union Mart values: Respect, Trust, Innovation and Passion