Overview
A payroll manager manages and oversees the process of employee payments within a company. They ensure that employees are paid correctly and on time, contributing to employee satisfaction and organisational compliance.

The primary responsibility of payroll managers is to ensure accurate and timely processing of employee salaries, benefits and deductions while complying with relevant laws and regulations. These professionals handle various aspects of the payroll management system, including salary calculations, tax deductions, benefits administration and statutory compliance. They also maintain employee records, generate payroll reports and ensure financial confidentiality.
Job Specification
Primary Duties:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including collecting, calculating and inputting payroll data for all employees.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with applicable laws, regulations and company policies while processing payroll.
• Administer and maintain payroll systems, ensure data integrity and implement system upgrades and enhancements.
• Collaborate with HR, finance and other departments to gather and validate payroll information, such as new hires, terminations, promotions and salary changes.
• Monitor and resolve payroll discrepancies, investigating and resolving issues promptly and accurately.
• Generate payroll reports, including tax filings, benefits deductions and other required reports, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Perform quality control audits to ensure accuracy
• Address employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll, providing exceptional customer service and support.
• Maintain confidentiality and data security standards for all payroll-related information.
• Stay updated on payroll regulations, SA tax laws and industry trends, implementing necessary changes to ensure compliance and best practices.

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree or similar qualification in accounting, finance, human resources or a related field.
• At least 5 years working experience in a payroll field
• Sage 300 People Payroll experience a requirement
• Planning, organising and attention to detail skills
• Excellent understanding of financial principles and the ability to reconcile payroll with financial records.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with employees at all levels of the organisation.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• South African citizen with own transport

Package & Remuneration
Market related + subsidised medical aid and pension scheme

Preference will be given to EE candidates