Salaries Controller

SUMMARY:
Phoenix. An excellent opportunity exists for an experienced Salaries Controller to join a large Shopping Retailer. This role is ideal for a payroll professional with a strong accounting background and a passion for precision and compliance. Sage People 300 experience is essential.

POSITION INFO:

• Minimum 7 years’ experience in end-to-end payroll administration – essential
• Full working knowledge and experience with Sage People 300 – essential
• Matric (Accounting background or tertiary qualification advantageous)
• Payroll qualifications / completed courses
• Experience with Kronos Time and Attendance – advantageous
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel
• Strong understanding of payroll legislation, employee tax, and benefits administration
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and strong numerical skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Committed to confidentiality and professional integrity

• Full salary processing for various employee types (permanent, contract, bi-weekly)
• Onboarding new employees in the payroll system and assigning job roles
• Extract and process overtime and allowances using Kronos
• Accurate administration of statutory deductions, benefits, and HR policy compliance
• Process payroll for employees on disability or termination workflows
• Manage increases, bonuses, UIF, medical aid, and retirement fund claims
• Distribute payslips and resolve payroll-related queries
• Prepare and submit audit reports, journals, EMP201s, and COID schedules
• Handle third-party payments, ESS leave system, and monthly UIF submissions
• Assist with EMP501 tax year-end, IRP5s, and budget forecasts
• Support internal and external payroll audits and reporting
• Participate in ad hoc payroll projects and administrative tasks