Payroll & Benefits Officer

Career Growth Hospitality Recruitment are looking for an experienced and detail-driven Payroll & Benefits Officer to join a prestigious luxury hospitality environment based in Cape Town.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands on payroll professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and enjoys working closely with both HR and Finance teams.

As Payroll & Benefits Officer, you will be responsible for the full payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely processing while managing all employee benefits and compensation structures.

This role plays a key part within the Talent & Culture team, requiring a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, and strong knowledge of payroll legislation and employee benefits.

• Manage and process monthly payroll accurately and on time
• Capture timesheets, commissions, gratuities, and payroll adjustments
• Administer employee benefits including medical aid, retirement funds, and related programs
• Ensure all payroll data, deductions, and leave records are accurate and compliant
• Prepare and submit statutory returns and reports (SARS and Department of Labour)
• Maintain payroll systems and ensure employee data is up to date
• Produce monthly, quarterly, and year end payroll reports
• Handle onboarding and off boarding payroll processes
• Support salary reviews and compensation structures in line with company policies
• Work closely with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations

• Payroll and/or HR Diploma
• 5-7 years' experience in payroll and benefits administration
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax requirements
• Experience with payroll systems such as Sage and PaySpace
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational and problem solving skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent communication skills and a service oriented approach

We are looking for someone who is methodical, reliable, and highly detail focused, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy.

A proactive approach, strong work ethic, and the ability to work both independently and within a team will be key to success in this role.

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