Payroll Manager

Smith Garb & Associates; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A respected people-focused company in Johannesburg is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead payroll functions for a large workforce. The role involves ensuring compliance, managing external relationships, and mentoring staff. Candidates should have a BCom in HR/Accounting and 5-7 years of payroll experience, especially with Sage 300 People. This leadership position offers a chance to contribute to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years payroll experience in complex environments.
• Strong skills in Sage 300 People / VIP Premier.
• Keen eye for detail and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full payroll function for a large workforce.
• Ensure accurate and compliant payroll processing.
• Partner with HR and Finance for payroll insights.
• Oversee statutory compliance and manage external relationships.
• Mentor and develop the Payroll Administrator.

Skills

Sage 300 People

Payroll management

Communication skills

Data integrity

Education

BCom in HR / Accounting or similar

Tools

Sage 300 People

Job description

What Youll Do

• Lead the full payroll function for a large and diverse workforce.
• Ensure accurate, compliant, and on-time payroll processing each month.
• Provide payroll and tax expertise, guiding management on remuneration and benefits.
• Drive process improvements, system efficiencies, and governance initiatives.
• Partner with HR and Finance to deliver analytics, reports, and payroll insights.
• Oversee statutory compliance (PAYE, UIF, EMP201, EMP501, Workmans Comp).
• Manage relationships with key external partners (Sage, Standard Bank, SARS, benefit providers).
• Mentor and develop the Payroll Administrator, ensuring a culture of precision and accountability.

What You Bring

• A BCom in HR / Accounting or similar qualification.
• 57 years payroll experience , with strong Sage 300 People / VIP Premier skills.
• Proven experience managing payroll for complex environments.
• A keen eye for detail, data integrity, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive approach you see payroll as both a service and a strategic business tool.

Why This Role?

Youll join a respected, people-focused company where your expertise directly supports operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical mastery, strategic impact, and cross-functional collaboration.

Location: Midrand

Reports to: HR Executive

System: Sage 300 People

If youre ready to bring structure, accuracy, and insight to a key business function, apply now!

#PayrollManager #PayrollJobs #MidrandJobs #HRJobs #Sage300People #Leadership #SmithGarbRecruitment #FinanceCareers