Payroll Practitioner

Reference: NFC025594-Aya-1

Are you a Payroll Professional who combines technical expertise with a passion for accuracy, compliance and people?
An exciting opportunity awaits an academically qualified Payroll Practitioner to join a well-established organisation where you will play a key role in ensuring efficient payroll operations, statutory compliance and accurate employee remuneration. Duties & Responsibilities Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and oversee the full payroll function, ensuring accurate and timely salary processing.
• Process monthly payroll for employees across multiple departments and/or entities.
• Ensure compliance with South African payroll legislation, including PAYE, UIF, SDL and applicable statutory requirements.
• Prepare and submit EMP201 and EMP501 reconciliations and returns.
• Manage payroll reconciliations, deductions, allowances, bonuses and overtime calculations.
• Handle employee tax-related queries and provide professional payroll support.
• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure all changes are processed correctly.
• Manage payroll reporting, salary schedules and monthly payroll reconciliations.
• Liaise with HR and Finance departments regarding payroll-related matters.
• Ensure compliance with relevant labour legislation and SARS requirements.
• Assist with payroll audits and provide supporting documentation when required.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, systems and reporting efficiencies

Minimum Requirements :

• Bachelor's Degree in Payroll Management, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or a related field.
• 3–5 years' experience in a payroll-related position.
• Strong understanding of South African payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Practical experience with PAYE, UIF, SDL, EMP201 and EMP501 submissions.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong numerical accuracy.
• Experience working with established payroll systems such as Sage 300, Sage VIP or similar.
• Excellent reconciliation, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines and maintain strict confidentiality.
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