Gauteng: Payroll Manager posted by Smith Garb

What You’ll Do

• Lead the full payroll function for a large and diverse workforce.
• Ensure accurate, compliant, and on-time payroll processing each month.
• Provide payroll and tax expertise, guiding management on remuneration and benefits.
• Drive process improvements, system efficiencies, and governance initiatives.
• Partner with HR and Finance to deliver analytics, reports, and payroll insights.
• Oversee statutory compliance (PAYE, UIF, EMP201, EMP501, Workman’s Comp).
• Manage relationships with key external partners (Sage, Standard Bank, SARS, benefit providers).
• Mentor and develop the Payroll Administrator, ensuring a culture of precision and accountability.

What You Bring

• A BCom in HR / Accounting or similar qualification.
• 5–7 years’ payroll experience, with strong Sage 300 People / VIP Premier skills.
• Proven experience managing payroll for complex environments.
• A keen eye for detail, data integrity, and compliance.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A proactive approach — you see payroll as both a service and a strategic business tool.

Why This Role?

You’ll join a respected, people-focused company where your expertise directly supports operational excellence. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines technical mastery, strategic impact, and cross-functional collaboration.
? Location: Midrand
? Reports to: HR Executive
? System: Sage 300 People
If you’re ready to bring structure, accuracy, and insight to a key business function, apply now!
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