Payroll Supervisor

SUMMARY:
Lead a high-performing payroll team and drive payroll excellence.

POSITION INFO:
An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to join a dynamic organisation. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with strong leadership skills, extensive payroll processing experience, and a thorough understanding of South African payroll legislation.

As the Payroll Supervisor, you will oversee the end-to-end payroll function, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with statutory requirements and company policies.

This role is based in Midrand.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Supervise and manage the full payroll function from start to finish
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll processing for a medium to large workforce
• Process payroll transactions using Sage 300 People, Sage VIP Payroll or similar payroll systems
• Perform monthly payroll reconciliations and statutory submissions
• Ensure compliance with PAYE, UIF, SDL, COIDA, BCEA and all relevant payroll legislation
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations and management information
• Coordinate and support internal and external payroll audits
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and implement corrective actions where required
• Maintain strong payroll controls, processes and record-keeping standards
• Liaise with HR, Finance, auditors and regulatory bodies
• Provide guidance, coaching and support to payroll team members
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and efficiencies

• Diploma or Degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Payroll Administration or a related field
• Minimum 6 years' payroll experience
• At least 2 years' experience supervising or leading a payroll team
• Proven experience using Sage 300 People, Sage VIP Payroll or similar payroll systems
• Strong knowledge of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Experience processing payroll for medium to large employee complements
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Previous payroll audit experience will be advantageous