Payroll Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client, a well-established organisation within the financial services sector, is seeking an experienced and technically strong Payroll Manager to lead and oversee its payroll function.

POSITION INFO:
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the accurate and efficient delivery of payroll operations, maintaining statutory and legislative compliance, managing the payroll team and driving continuous improvements across payroll systems and processes. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced payroll professional with strong financial acumen, advanced payroll tax knowledge and proven people management capabilities. You are a hands-on payroll leader who combines strong technical payroll expertise with financial understanding and the ability to lead a high-performing team. You are detail-oriented, solutions-driven and comfortable managing complex payroll operations while ensuring accuracy, compliance and operational efficiency. Apply today! If you meet the above requirements and are ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Duties: Oversee and manage the end-to-end payroll function and ensure accurate, timely salary processing. Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, SARS requirements and payroll tax obligations. Lead, manage, mentor and develop the payroll team. Review and authorise payroll inputs, salary payments and third-party statutory payments. Oversee payroll reconciliations, reporting and maintenance of accurate payroll records. Manage employee payroll changes, including new appointments, terminations, salary adjustments and other changes. Manage payroll terminations across the organisation. Liaise with SARS regarding employee tax matters and payroll-related queries. Coordinate and oversee annual payroll audits. Review, implement and improve payroll policies, procedures, systems and internal controls. Work closely with HR and Finance to ensure effective payroll administration and reporting. Ensure payroll processes are efficient, accurate and aligned with organisational requirements. Job Experience & Skills Required: Qualifications: Matric - Grade 12 BCom Degree with Accounting Experience: 10 years experience in payroll management and administration. Proven experience managing and leading a payroll team. Strong accounting and financial management knowledge. Advanced knowledge of payroll tax and statutory compliance. Solid understanding of South African tax legislation and employment conditions. Experience with payroll systems, reconciliations and payroll reporting. Strong leadership, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. Skills & Competencies: End-to-end Payroll Management Advanced Payroll Tax Knowledge SARS Compliance & Statutory Reporting PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201 & EMP501 Payroll Reconciliations & Financial Reporting Accounting & Financial Management Payroll Auditing & Internal Controls South African Tax and Labour Legislation Payroll Systems Management & Implementation Team Leadership, Coaching & Development Payroll Process Improvement Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving Attention to Detail & Accuracy Stakeholder & Relationship Management Planning, Organisation & Deadline Management Confidentiality & Information Management If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider the vacancy application unsuccessful. Your profile will be kept on our database for any other suitable roles \/ positions.