Payroll Supervisor
Red Ember RecruitmentGauteng, South Africa
Posted February 19, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Red Ember Recruitment, a division of Red Ember Technology (Pty) Ltd., specializes in end-to-end talent acquisition and HR solutions, with a focus on Sage Payroll and HR implementations. As a certified Sage Platinum Partner, the firm delivers tailored payroll, HR, and finance services that enhance ROI for clients across diverse industries. Its recruitment portfolio spans everything from entry-level hires to executive placements, bulk talent sourcing, and temporary staffing, supported by rigorous background vetting and headhunting expertise. By combining deep product knowledge with industry-specific experience, Red Ember Recruitment offers a seamless, value-added partnership that drives long-term growth and competitive advantage for its clients.
Job Description
Red Ember Recruitment is recruiting a Payroll Supervisor for our client in the East of Johannesburg.
Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of full payroll function, including reconciliations and Journals
- At least 3 years of experience supervising a minimum of 2 Payroll Administrators on the Sage 300 system
- Experience supervising across more than one Payroll database of +-1500 preferably in Mining or Construction environment
- Experience in implementing payroll processes effectively
- Excellent knowledge of POPIA, BCEA, Severance, COIDA, and Tax Statutory Laws
- Grade 12
- Minimum National Diploma - Payroll Administration NQF 5
- Registration with the South African Payroll Association is advantageous
- Ability to lead, supervise, and train a team of Payroll Administrators