Payroll Manager

EnableSA Recruitment; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

EnableSA Recruitment seeks a Payroll Manager to ensure the accurate processing of payroll for all employees while ensuring compliance with tax legislation. This role involves managing a payroll team, optimizing systems, and providing guidance to team members, requiring significant payroll experience and proficiency in payroll software.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 and relevant tertiary diploma or degree required.
• Payroll management experience preferred in large/multinational company.
• Strong background in payroll software and advanced Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process monthly payroll accurately and timely.
• Ensure compliance with payroll-related legislation and tax laws.
• Lead and develop the payroll team, resolving discrepancies.

Skills

Payroll management

Compliance with tax laws

Microsoft Excel

Education

Grade 12

Relevant tertiary Diploma or Degree

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Job Description
• Manage and oversee the accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll for all employees,
• Ensure compliance with all payroll-related legislation, including tax laws, UIF (Unemployment Insurance Fund), and other statutory requirements.
• Review payroll reports for accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure proper processing of deductions (e.g., pension, medical aid, tax, garnishments).
• Manage bonuses, commissions, and other special payroll-related payment
• Ensure compliance with SARS tax filings, including IRP5 certificates, PAYE, and any other relevant reporting requirements.
• Maintain and optimize payroll software and systems to ensure smooth payroll processing.
• Lead a team of payroll administrators and assist with their training and development.
• Provide guidance and support to payroll team members, ensuring that all payroll functions are executed accurately and efficiently.

Requirements
• Grade 12
• Relevant tertiary Diploma or Degree
• Payroll management experience, preferably in a large or multinational company
• Strong background in using payroll software
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills