Villiersdorp: Payroll Manager

Betko Fresh Produce , established in 1988, is a family-operated business specialising in the export of premium apples and pears to over 40 countries. Rooted in Villiersdorp, South Africa, Betko has grown from a local fruit trader into a respected international supplier. The company currently has a vacancy for an experienced Payroll Manager who will be responsible for the full management and control of payroll for weekly and bi-weekly paid employees at Betko. This includes managing weekly payrolls across multiple departments and overseeing final payroll processing for the five farms within Groenewald Agri. Responsibilities: Manage the end-to-end payroll cycle for weekly and bi-weekly staff Reconcile payroll against HR records, time and attendance data and system outputs (FCS & Crest) Approve payroll reports, wage payment schedules and employee payslips Monitor and enforce payroll calendars, deadlines and cut-off dates Produce and review payroll operational and management reports – including staff lists, payroll summaries, deductions, bonuses and third-party submissions Perform payroll-to-system reconciliations and support Finance with queries, audits and reporting Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, statutory requirements and third-party obligations (UIF, tax, WCA, Provident Fund, unions) Maintain payroll schedules, statutory data, timelines and communicate legislative changes Manage statutory, annual and bi-annual payroll submissions, including SARS, (IRP5, EMP201/EMP501), WCA and leave provisions Implement and maintain payroll controls to ensure accuracy, compliance and audit readiness Identify payroll risks, discrepancies, trends and drive continuous improvement in processes, systems and reporting Requirements: Diploma/certificate in finance or payroll-related field preferred Proven experience managing large, complex payrolls (3 years on FCS and Crest) Strong analytical, accounting and reconciliation skills Proficient in payroll/HR systems, spreadsheets and reporting tools Excellent communication, leadership and time management skills Ability to manage employee onboarding, terminations, disciplinary actions and payroll audits High integrity, attention to detail and ability to work under pressure Professional, patient and resilient Confident, assertive and capable of enforcing policies Strong team leadership and independent working abilities Open to continuous learning and process improvements