ROLE REQUIREMENTS:<\/p>\n
South African Payroll Legislation (PAYE, UIF, SDL, BCEA, SARS)<\/p>\n
\tEnsure accurate calculation and deduction of PAYE, UIF, and SDL
\n\tPrepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 reconciliations to SARS timeously
\n\tMonitor legislative changes and update payroll policies accordingly
\n\tAdvise partners and HR on compliance with BCEA and tax regulations
\n\tLiaise with auditors and regulators during payroll audits<\/p>\n
Attention to Detail and Accuracy<\/p>\n
\tValidate payroll inputs (timesheets, allowances, deductions) before processing
\n\tConduct monthly reconciliations between payroll reports and financial ledgers
\n\tDouble-check partner remuneration structures for accuracy
\n\tIdentify and correct discrepancies in employee records
\n\tMaintain precise documentation for audit and compliance purposes<\/p>\n
Analytical and Problem-solving Skills<\/p>\n
\tInvestigate payroll variances and resolve discrepancies
\n\tAnalyze payroll trends (e.g. overtime costs, benefit utilization)
\n\tProvide insights to management on cost-saving opportunities
\n\tDevelop solutions for complex partner compensation structures
\n\tOptimize payroll workflows to reduce manual errors<\/p>\n
Confidentiality and Integrity<\/p>\n
\tRestrict access to payroll systems to authorized personnel only
\n\tImplement secure data storage and encryption protocols
\n\tHandle partner and employee salary queries with discretion
\n\tTrain payroll employees on confidentiality policies
\n\tEnsure compliance with POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act)<\/p>\n
Payroll Software & HRIS Systems<\/p>\n
\tConfigure and maintain payroll software settings for accuracy
\n\tGenerate reports for HR, Finance, and management decision-making
\n\tIntegrate payroll systems with HRIS for seamless data flow
\n\tTroubleshoot system errors and liaise with vendors for support
\n\tTrain staff on system functionality and updates<\/p>\n
Managing Multiple Priorities Under Tight Deadlines\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tCoordinate payroll cycles with HR and Finance to meet cut-off dates
\n\tBalance statutory submissions, partner payments, and employee queries simultaneously
\n\tDevelop contingency plans for system downtime or error
\n\tPrioritize urgent payroll issues without compromising accuracy
\n\tLead payroll team to deliver under pressure during audits or year-end reconciliations<\/p>\n
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:\u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBachelor’s degree or Diploma in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field
\n\t5 \u2013 7 years payroll management experience, preferably in professional services or legal industry
\n\tIn-depth knowledge of South African labour and tax legislation
\n\tExperience managing payroll for large employee bases (500+)
\n\tAdvanced Excel skills and familiarity with payroll systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, Oracle, or similar)<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.adams.africa\/ ) or<\/p>\n
adamsadams.mcidirecthire.com<\/p>\n
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