Global Payroll Strategy Lead

Boardroom Appointments; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll administration across various business units, ensuring compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. This role requires a BCom degree and significant experience in the payroll industry, ideally within a multinational environment. Familiarity with payroll systems such as Workday and PaySpace is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 8 years of progressive payroll experience in a multinational.
• 5 years in payroll management.
• Professional membership in South African Payroll Association.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain payroll systems.
• Manage group payroll for accuracy and efficiency.
• Resolve payroll queries and compliance issues.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong planning and organising

Analytical skills

Strong financial and business acumen

Expert knowledge of payroll principles

Strong leadership skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Strong computer proficiency

Education

BCom degree (Accounting) or equivalent

Payroll Certifications

Tools

HR Information Systems

Payroll Systems (Workday, PaySpace)

Job description

A leading recruitment firm in South Africa is seeking a Senior Payroll Manager to oversee payroll administration across various business units, ensuring compliance and efficiency. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll management, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively. This role requires a BCom degree and significant experience in the payroll industry, ideally within a multinational environment. Familiarity with payroll systems such as Workday and PaySpace is advantageous.