Payroll Compliance Manager

Recruiter:

SA Metal

Job Ref:

156112

Date posted:

Monday, June 29, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Key Responsibilities

Manage the entire payroll function, coordinating with HR, Finance, and department heads to meet strict payroll deadlines

Train, mentor, and supervise payroll administrators, managing performance/ discipline and capacity planning

Partner with HR, Finance, and executive leadership to align payroll strategies with broader business goals

Act as the principal point of contact for internal/external auditors and statutory bodies for query resolution and audits

Ensure statutory compliance with local labour laws, tax filings (e.g. EMP201/501), and the oversight of benefit deductions such as medical aid and retirement funds

Manage the governance of employee benefits, including retirement funds, medical aid schemes, and third-party reconciliations

Establish rigorous risk management systems, fraud controls, and audit-ready documentation to minimize business and financial risks

Draft, review, and update payroll policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and governance frameworks

Own the configuration and optimization of the core payroll systems and integrated Time & Attendance platforms

Identify operational bottlenecks and drive technological improvements or system upgrades to increase efficiency

Reconcile payroll control accounts, prepare executive payroll analytics, and assist with internal and external audits

Monitor approved payroll cut-off dates, absence management policies, and payroll adjustments to ensure accuracy

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