Tiger Brands
Job Details
Job Title: Wages Clerk
Company: Tiger Brands
Job Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Industry: FMCG / Payroll / Human Resources
Location: Maitland, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Closing Date: 10 April 2026
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid-Level
Company Overview
Tiger Brands is Africa’s largest listed manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), producing well-known food and beverage brands that are part of everyday life.
The company focuses on innovation, growth, and impact, with a strong mission to ignite careers while growing brands and communities. Employees are empowered in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment within a leading multinational business.
Job Overview
The Wages Clerk is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees, including wage calculations, deductions, and compliance with labour laws.
This role also supports operational efficiency through timekeeping systems (SACO), reporting, and employee administration, making it ideal for candidates with strong payroll experience and attention to detail.
Key Responsibilities
- Process payroll including wages, deductions, bonuses, and timesheets
- Maintain and update employee payroll records and documentation
- Ensure compliance with labour laws and tax regulations
- Monitor and manage SACO timekeeping system
- Load new employees and manage terminations/offboarding
- Track absenteeism and generate daily and monthly reports
- Capture and manage leave records
- Handle payroll queries and resolve discrepancies
- Coordinate temporary staff onboarding and scheduling
- Monitor overtime and ensure correct payroll processing
- Assist with payroll audits and reporting
- Provide user support and training on payroll systems
Qualifications
Education
- Matric (Grade 12)
- National Diploma in HRM, Finance, or Payroll-related qualification
Experience
- 3–5 years payroll experience
- Experience working with timekeeping/payroll systems (e.g., SACO)
Skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Proficiency in payroll/accounting software and Excel
- Good mathematical and analytical ability
- Strong organisational and time-management skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee information
- Customer service and communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
CV Tips
To stand out:
- Highlight your experience with payroll systems (especially SACO or similar)
- Include knowledge of labour laws, PAYE, UIF, and payroll compliance
- Show measurable achievements (e.g., error reduction, payroll efficiency)
- Emphasise your Excel and reporting skills
- Demonstrate experience handling employee queries and payroll support
Benefits of Joining the Company
- Work for Africa’s leading FMCG company
- Exposure to large-scale payroll operations
- Career growth in a multinational environment
- Opportunity to work with well-known consumer brands
- Dynamic and purpose-driven workplace culture
Company Policy
Tiger Brands is committed to Employment Equity and diversity. Preference may be given to candidates from underrepresented groups in line with company transformation goals.
All applications are handled confidentially. If you do not receive feedback, please consider your application unsuccessful.
