Payroll Consultant

PwC; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Johannesburg is seeking a Payroll Manager to manage the full payroll function using Sage 300 People. The role requires 6–10 years of payroll processing experience, preferably with knowledge of South African legislation. Key responsibilities include processing payroll, ensuring statutory compliance, and resolving payroll-related queries. Strong skills in Sage 300 People and MS Excel are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably with Sage 300 People and Workday systems.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute the full payroll function for SATIC using Sage 300 People.
• Prepare and submit monthly statutory returns (EMP201).
• Respond to payroll-related queries and requests for information.

Skills

Sage 300 People

MS Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work under pressure

Collaboration skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Payroll Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

Sage 300 People

Workday

Job description

Job Purpose

To manage and execute the full payroll function for SATIC using Sage 300 People and other systems, ensuring accurate and timely processing of employee compensation, statutory submissions, and third‑party payments, while maintaining compliance and resolving payroll‑related queries.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Processing
• Perform full payroll function including monthly input: leave taken, medical aid changes, new hires, and terminations.
• Import leave and overtime data into the Sage payroll system.
• Process Workday interfaces and other imports (e.g., mileage, expenses, subsistence claims).
• Payroll reconciliations of the general ledger accounts (IS and BS), operating statement line items and the detailed payroll report from the system monthly. Ensuring all reconciling items are cleared out at month end.
• Third-Party Payments
• Prepare payment requisitions, schedules, and reconciliations for third‑party payments (e.g., provident fund, medical aid).
• Load third‑party and ad‑hoc payments on Google Shared Documents and communicate payment details to relevant providers.
• Statutory Compliance
• Prepare and submit monthly statutory returns (EMP201).
• Prepare and submit UI19 forms for terminated staff upon request.
• Reporting & Documentation
• Run monthly InfoSlips (electronic payslips).
• Prepare monthly payroll reports and schedules for payroll sign‑off.
• Save and file monthly payroll reports and perform general clerical duties.
• Perform leave and overtime reconciliations.
• Query Resolution & Support
• Respond to payroll‑related queries and requests for information.
• Resolve staff queries and service calls via ServiceNow (SNow).
• Process and submit provident fund claims.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma or Degree in Payroll Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 6–10 years of experience in payroll processing, preferably with Sage 300 People and Workday systems.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in Sage 300 People and MS Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information.
• Ability to work under pressure and with strict deadlines.
• Collaboration with the different LoS departments to effectively attend to payroll related queries.
• Ability to adapt to change and manage expectations effectively.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and be a team player.