Payroll Manager (Maternity Cover)
Human Resources
KZN
Interim Payroll Manager (Maternity Cover)
Location: Hillcrest, Durban
Overview
We are seeking a meticulous and highly experienced Payroll Manager to oversee the end-to-end payroll function for our Hillcrest-based client. This is a critical contract role covering a maternity leave.
The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring 100% accuracy in disbursements, statutory compliance, and reporting during the incumbent’s absence.
Key Responsibilities
- Execute monthly payroll processing for +/- 600 staff categories using Sage Business Cloud Payroll Professional.
- Compliance & Statutory Returns: Accurate preparation and timely submission of EMP201s, UI19s, and COIDA requirements.
- Oversight of annual, sick, and family responsibility leave balances.
- Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll inquiries, resolving issues with a high degree of professionalism.
- Reporting: Generate month-end reports, including variance analysis and general ledger integrations for the finance department.
Requirements
- Software Expertise: Advanced proficiency in Sage Business Cloud Payroll Professional is non-negotiable. You must be able to hit the ground running without technical system training.
- Minimum 5+ years in a Payroll Management or Senior Administrator role.
- Deep understanding of BCEA, SARS PAYE requirements, and current South African labour legislation.
- Exceptional attention to detail, ability to handle high-pressure deadlines, and the discretion required to manage sensitive executive remuneration data.
- Ideally based in or near Hillcrest/Upper Highway to ensure reliable commuting during the training and contract period.
