Senior Payroll & BEE Analyst

Paymentology; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global payments technology firm in Pretoria seeks an experienced Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processing, compliance, and BBBEE administration across multiple entities. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience with South African payroll systems, strong Excel skills, and a deep understanding of statutory reporting. Join a diverse team committed to positive impact and professional growth.

Benefits

Supportive work environment

Opportunities for growth

Community impact initiatives

Qualifications

• 5-6+ years of payroll administration experience focused on South African systems and compliance.
• 3+ years of BBBEE administration experience.
• Experience with financial analysis, headcount planning, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll processing for South African legal entities ensuring accuracy.
• Prepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 returns in compliance with SARS requirements.
• Generate payroll and headcount reports for leadership.

Skills

Deep knowledge of South African payroll legislation

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

Strong grasp of BBBEE administration

Excellent communication skills

Time-management skills

Education

Matric

Post-matric qualification in a relevant field

Tools

Payspace

Remote Pass

Job description

At Paymentology, we’re redefining what’s possible in the payments space. As the first truly global issuer‑processor, we give banks and fintechs the technology and talent to launch and manage Mastercard, Visa cards at scale - across more than 60 countries. Our advanced, multi‑cloud platform delivers real‑time data, unmatched scalability, and the flexibility of shared or dedicated processing instances. It’s this global reach and innovation that sets us apart.

What you get to do:

• Manage monthly payroll processing across multiple South African legal entities, ensuring accurate and on‑time salary payments, deductions, overtime, and tax submissions
• Reconcile payroll data with the general ledger, resolve discrepancies, and maintain audit‑ready records
• Prepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 returns in full compliance with SARS requirements
• Collect, validate, and maintain BBBEE evidence packs, support verification audits, and manage certificate validity
• Support Finance with month‑end close, headcount expense forecasting, and payroll‑related analysis
• Coordinate employment equity, COIDA, StatsSA, and other regulatory submissions as needed
• Generate regular and ad‑hoc payroll and headcount reports for leadership, including variance analysis and KPIs
• Maintain payroll system hygiene and employee data integrity, managing consents and addressing discrepancies
• Provide documentation and responses for internal and external audits covering both payroll and BBBEE

Requirements:

What it takes to succeed:

• Deep knowledge of South African payroll legislation, tax, and statutory reporting, with hands‑on experience preparing EMP201/EMP501 and managing multi‑entity payrolls
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel for reconciliations, analysis, and reporting; exposure to Payspace and Remote Pass is advantageous
• Strong grasp of BBBEE administration and verification requirements, including evidence gathering and audit liaison
• Comfort working cross‑functionally with Finance and HR, balancing compliance rigor with business pragmatism
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills in a fast‑moving, fully remote environment

Education and Experience:

• Matric required; post‑matric qualification in a relevant field is an advantage
• 5-6+ years of payroll administration experience, focused on South African systems and compliance
• 3+ years of BBBEE administration experience
• Experience with financial analysis, headcount planning, and budgeting
• Familiarity with Payspace and Remote Pass is beneficial

What you can look forward to:

At Paymentology, it’s not just about building great payment technology, it’s about building a company where people feel they belong and their work matters. You’ll be part of a diverse, global team that’s genuinely committed to making a positive impact through what we do. Whether you’re working across time zones or getting involved in initiatives that support local communities, you’ll find real purpose in your work — and the freedom to grow in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment.