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Job summary
A large shopping retailer is seeking an experienced Salaries Controller with a strong accounting background. You will manage full salary processing, onboard new employees, and ensure compliance with payroll legislation. Key qualifications include 7+ years in payroll administration and expertise with Sage People 300. Attention to detail and strong communication skills are essential. This role is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll administration.
- Full working knowledge and experience with Sage People 300 is essential.
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation, employee tax, and benefits administration.
Responsibilities
- Full salary processing for various employee types.
- Onboarding new employees in the payroll system.
- Accurate administration of statutory deductions and benefits.
- Prepare and submit audit reports and payroll-related inquiries.
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Phoenix.Anexcellent opportunityexists for an experiencedSalaries Controllerto join a large Shopping Retailer. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with a strong accounting background and a passion for precision and compliance.Sage People 300experience is essential.
- Minimum 7 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll administration – essential
- Full working knowledge and experience with Sage People 300 – essential
- Matric (Accounting background or tertiary qualification advantageous)
- Payroll qualifications / completed courses
- Experience with Kronos Time and Attendance – advantageous
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
- Strong understanding of payroll legislation, employee tax, and benefits administration
- High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong numerical skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Committed to confidentiality and professional integrity
- Full salary processing for various employee types (permanent, contract, bi-weekly)
- Onboarding new employees in the payroll system and assigning job roles
- Extract and process overtime and allowances using Kronos
- Accurate administration of statutory deductions, benefits, and HR policy compliance
- Process payroll for employees on disability or termination workflows
- Manage increases, bonuses, UIF, medical aid, and retirement fund claims
- Distribute payslips and resolve payroll-related queries
- Prepare and submit audit reports, journals, EMP201s, and COID schedules
- Handle third-party payments, ESS leave system, and monthly UIF submissions
- Assist with EMP501 tax year-end, IRP5s, and budget forecasts
- Support internal and external payroll audits and reporting
- Participate in ad hoc payroll projects and administrative tasks
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.
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