Payroll Manager

Area: South Africa
Johannesburg, Gauteng

Join a Leading Organization in Payroll Management
Our client, a reputable organization in the financial sector, is seeking a meticulous and driven Payroll Manager to be based in Johannesburg. Reporting directly to the Finance Executive, this role offers the opportunity to lead a small but vital team and drive transformation in an unstructured payroll environment.

If you are passionate about payroll governance, process improvement, and leadership, this is your chance to establish a rewarding career.

Responsibilities:
Payroll Operations:

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with statutory regulations.
• Manage the complexities of dual payroll systems, including fixed salaries and commission-based payments.
• Address ad hoc payments and special payroll arrangements with precision.

System and Process Management:

• Collaborate with S-Cubed to enhance payroll system functionality.
• Lead initiatives to transition manual payroll processes to streamlined, efficient workflows.

Team Leadership:

• Manage and mentor a team comprising an Accountant and an Assistant Manager, ensuring accountability and high performance.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, detail orientation, and process discipline.

Governance and Compliance:

• Ensure strict adherence to governance protocols and regulatory requirements.
• Handle SARS submissions, UIF compliance, and other statutory obligations with zero errors.

Process Improvement:

• Introduce structure and consistency to an unstructured payroll environment.
• Develop robust processes and controls for managing high volumes of manual and ad hoc payroll activities.

Reporting and Communication:

• Prepare payroll reports for senior management.
• Effectively communicate payroll policies and updates to employees and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education:
  • Degree or diploma in Finance, HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum 5 years in payroll operations, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
  • Hands-on experience with S-Cubed payroll systems is highly advantageous.
  • Proven track record in process optimization and system enhancements.
• Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of South African payroll laws, tax regulations, and compliance.
  • Proficiency in payroll software and the Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Excellent organizational, analytical, and leadership capabilities.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Capacity to work independently and within a team under pressure.
• Strategic and analytical mindset.
• Demonstrated leadership ability.

This role offers an exciting platform for a proactive professional eager to create meaningful impact in payroll management.