Payroll Manager

Our client is a prominent player in the manufacturing industry, recognised for its commitment to innovation, excellence, and integrity.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Payroll Manager to take the lead in a thriving, fast-paced environment.
If you are passionate about driving efficiency, ensuring accuracy, and managing a high-performing team, we want to hear from you!

Minimum requirements:

• Relevant Degree.
• Certified Payroll Professional (SAPA).
• 5-7 years of payroll management experience.
• 2-3 years of supervisory experience.
• Intermediate knowledge of payroll-related policies, procedures, practices, and legislation.
• Proficiency in Excel, ERP payroll systems, and data analysis variance reporting.
• Experience with SARS E-filing & E@syfile and ledger reconciliation.
• Experience and knowledge of Eswatini, Lesotho, and Mozambique legislation and tax requirements.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Lead and Manage Payroll Operations:
  • Ensure the standardisation and accuracy of payroll processes through the development and implementation of payroll processing procedures, controls, and guidelines.
• System and Data Integrity:
  • Regularly monitor and assess payroll systems and data to mitigate risks, including fraud, and implement corrective actions where necessary.
• Compliance and Reporting:
  • Ensure statutory and third-party reporting compliance by successfully submitting all statutory reconciliations and providing accurate data for monthly, annual finance, and HR reporting.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders, and collaborate effectively with payroll, finance, HR, and line management to maintain confidence in the transparency and confidentiality of payroll processes.
• Team Leadership:
  • Lead, coach, train, and manage the payroll team, driving performance in line with Premier’s leadership commitment and organisational values.
• Employee Satisfaction:
  • Address employee queries and concerns regarding pay, deductions, and company contributions, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and understanding.
• Project Support:
  • Act as a project team member for payroll-related projects to ensure successful execution and continued business operations.

Desired Skills:

• Payroll
• Payroll Manager
• Payroll Supervisor