Team Lead, Payroll

Dsv Air & Sea SAU; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global transport and logistics is seeking a Payroll Team Lead in Kempton Park to oversee end-to-end payroll processing and team performance. The role requires strong knowledge of payroll legislation and experience with Sage People 300 and ESS, ensuring accuracy and compliance across all payroll cycles.

You will lead and support the payroll team, drive process improvements, and collaborate with HR and finance to meet strict deadlines and statutory requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in a Shared Services Payroll environment.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience with Sage People 300 & ESS.
• End-to-end payroll processing experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory compliance.
• Excellent accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing on P300.
• Process Increase & Bonus Schedules.
• Assist with audits and Stats SA submissions.
• Ensure payroll deadlines are met and accurate monthly reporting.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Outlook

Tools

Sage People 300

ESS

SuccessFactors (Employee Central)

Job description

Location: Kempton Park
Time Type: Full time

Main Purpose of the Role

The Payroll Team Lead will manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing. They will be expected to effectively lead and support the payroll team, providing guidance, quality control, and continuous process improvement, ensuring full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal payroll requirements.

Qualification

• Intermediate MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Outlook

Additional Computer Skills

• Sage People300
• ESS
• SuccessFactors (Employee Central)

Job Related Requirements

• Minimum 5 years' experience working in a Shared Services Payroll environment.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience working on Sage People 300 & ESS
• Experience in end-to-end payroll processing
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and statutory compliance
• High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Experience with NBCRFLI submissions and compliance

Added advantages for the Role

• Experience dealing with SARS submissions and reconciliations
• Exposure to STATS SA reporting
• Experience in leading or supervising a payroll team

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing on P300
• Processing Increase & Bonus Schedules
• Assisting with Audits
• Completing & Submitting Stats SA
• Banking (Standard bank)
• Monthly Reporting & Reconciliation
• Processing of Monthly Schedules (Unions, IOD, Kronos etc.)
• Integrations (EC – P300)
• Ensure adherence to payroll deadlines
• Liaise with HR and Finance departments on payroll matters
• Support to Payroll Team & Manager
• Lead payroll team performance reviews

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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Disclaimer: Due to the high volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should an external candidate not hear from us within four (4) weeks following their application, they should consider their application unsuccessful. Strictly fair and non-discriminatory selection procedures will be followed. We use Affrimative Action (AA) measures in an endeavor to redress the disadvantages in employment experienced by designated groups. Where possible, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act and in line with DSV’s Employment Equity plans. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.