Payroll Manager - Automotive - East Rand

SUMMARY:
Payroll Manager – Automotive - Gauteng, East Rand
 
#DriveYourCareerForward – calling all payroll pros! 
Our client in the Automotive sector is looking for a Payroll Manager. If spreadsheets and payslips - where precision meets leadership – are your career calling, this East Rand opportunity is for YOU!

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the full payroll function, ensuring accurate and timeous salary payments, compliance with statutory regulations and maintaining employee records.  This role requires strong attention to detail, up-to-date knowledge of payroll legislation, and the ability to lead payroll processes efficiently while working closely with HR and Finance teams.
 
Remuneration:
Market related & Negotiable – Benefits including Provident Fund & Medical Aid

*** THIS POSITION REQUIRES FRANCHISED MOTOR DEALERSHIP EXPERIENCE ***

POSITION INFO:
Duties include

• Full end-to-end payroll processing using SAGE (Sage 300, Sage People, Sage Easy File).
• Perform payroll reconciliations, including pension, MIBCO, and medical aid contributions.
• Process RMA submissions and perform related calculations.
• Submit UIF declarations and prepare UI19 and salary schedules.
• Manage EMP201 submissions via e-filing and Easy File.
• Handle monthly payroll rollovers, updates, and system backups.
• Compile and manage payroll reports (VIP report-writing is advantageous).
• Maintain and utilise the Employee Self-Service (ESS) system.
• Ensure compliance with current labour laws and payroll regulations.
• Use Excel extensively for payroll calculations and reporting.
• Conduct strict accuracy checks and uphold meticulous filing processes.
• Respond to employee queries regarding salaries, deductions, and benefits.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Contribute to system and process improvements within the payroll function.

• Matric (Grade 12)
• Diploma in Payroll Admin / Financial Accounting/ HR Management (advantageous).
• Minimum 5 years of end-to-end payroll experience, ideally in the motor industry.
• Proven experience with the online MIBCO system, including benefit processing and reconciliation.
• Strong working knowledge of payroll legislation (PAYE, UIF, SDL, BCEA, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using payroll systems such as VIP, SAGE, SAP (or similar).
• Excellent attention to detail with a track record of accuracy.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and work under pressure.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A collaborative team player with a proactive and solutions-oriented mindset.
• Familiarity with commission-based payroll structures (advantageous).