Senior Payroll Manager

Recruiter:

Stratogo

Job Ref:

HQ001272/Tasmi

Date posted:

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Location:

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Job Title: Senior Payroll Manager
Department: Human Resources / Payroll
Location: KwaZulu-Natal
Employment Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 31 July 2026

About Us

Stratogo is a professional recruitment and workforce solutions company specializing in sourcing and placing top talent across various industries.

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations within a large and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full payroll function end-to-end while ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, reporting, and effective team leadership.

This role requires a seasoned payroll professional with extensive management experience and the ability to manage complex payroll structures across multiple payroll streams.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management & Administration

Manage the full payroll function from start to finish across multiple payrolls.
Ensure payroll processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
Manage payroll processing for a large employee complement.
Ensure payroll compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and statutory requirements.
Oversee payroll reconciliations and audit processes.

Reporting & Financial Analysis

Prepare and present weekly and monthly payroll reports.
Compile executive-level payroll reports and management information.
Analyze payroll data and trends to support strategic decision-making.
Ensure reporting accuracy and timely submission of payroll information.

Compliance & Process Management

Ensure adherence to payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies.
Drive process improvements and efficiencies within payroll operations.
Maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll information.
Support internal and external audit requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

Lead and manage payroll teams effectively.
Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
Ensure effective communication and collaboration across departments.
Drive accountability and high-performance standards within the payroll function.

Minimum Requirements

Grade 12 (Matric).
Relevant Payroll, Finance, HR, or related qualification advantageous.
Minimum 8–10 years' management experience within payroll environments.
Comprehensive end-to-end payroll knowledge and experience.
Experience managing high-volume payroll environments.
Proven experience managing multiple payroll structures.
Sage 300 knowledge and experience is essential.
Strong reporting and analytical capability.
Advanced computer literacy and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Skills & Competencies

Payroll Management
Sage 300
Payroll Compliance
Payroll Reporting
Data Analysis
Leadership & Team Management
Attention to Detail
Problem Solving
Communication Skills
Time Management
Confidentiality & Integrity
Process Improvement

What is on Offer

Competitive market-related remuneration package.
Opportunity to join a large and dynamic operational environment.
Exposure to high-volume payroll operations.
Career growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply

Send CV: tasmim.cassim@stratogo.com
Please ensure the job title "Senior Payroll Manager" is reflected in the subject line of your email application.

Please note: Only candidates with extensive end-to-end payroll management experience and Sage 300 exposure will be considered.

Note: If you do not receive a response within three weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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