Payroll Manager

Bidvest Catering Services; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in foodservice solutions is seeking a Payroll Team Head to oversee payroll transactions and compliance. The role involves managing the Sage People system, ensuring timely payments, and providing mentorship to staff. Ideal candidates should possess a Matric qualification and 2-3 years of experience in payroll processes.

Qualifications

• Matric qualification required.
• 2-3 years payroll experience using Sage People.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll transactions and maintain accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare and submit legislative returns (SARS, SDL, UIF).
• Provide training and mentorship to payroll staff.

Skills

Excel

Payroll Management

Compliance

Accounting Knowledge

Communication

Education

Matric

Tools

Sage People

Job description

Job Title: Payroll Team Head

Bidvest Catering Services has a proven track record throughout South Africa, consistently delivering excellence in foodservice solutions through innovation across multiple sectors.

We enhance the lives of our clients by allowing them to focus on their core business, with transparency and trust being vital to successful partnerships. We are looking for a passionate individual to lead our Payroll Team.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and on time, with procedures in place for strong internal controls and good governance.
2. Maintain the Sage People system.
3. Assist in processing payrolls to ensure timely and accurate payments, and submit legislative returns.
4. Stay current on legislation and regulatory rulings affecting payroll and reporting.
5. Enforce compliance and advise management on necessary actions.
6. Evaluate and improve payroll policies and procedures for best practices.
7. Process garnishee calculations and ensure compliance.
8. Run payroll interface with General Ledger, Leave provision, and 3rd party payments.
9. Balance and reconcile payroll payments and deductions, validating reports before transmission.
10. Review and approve payroll and tax reconciliations timely.
11. Prepare reports for Finance and Human Resources departments.
12. Resolve General Ledger queries from Finance.
13. Update Employee Equity and Skills Development information in Sage People.
14. Reconcile and submit Employee benefits.
15. Manage Employee benefits interface with third parties, ensuring records match.
16. Maintain accurate Leave records and advise HR on excessive leave issues.
17. Prepare and submit legislative returns (SARS, SDL, UIF).
18. Ensure compliance with SARS EMP management, e-Filing, and Tax directives.
19. Submit UIF to the Department of Labour.
20. Provide training and mentorship to payroll staff.

Desired Experience & Qualifications

• Matric
• 2-3 years payroll experience in Sage People
• Proficient in Excel (Intermediate to Advanced)
• Basic Accounting Knowledge
• Knowledge of SA Tax & Employment Laws
• Experience with 3rd Party Payments (Medical Aid, Unions, etc.)

Package & Remuneration: CTC - R50,000

Interested? We reserve the right not to fill this position.

If you do not receive feedback within 10 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Bidvest Catering Services is committed to transformation and diversity, aiming for an inclusive, equitable workplace.

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