Payroll Manager Grabouw

Payroll Manager

Our client, in the Agricultural Industry, requires the services of an ethical, self-motivated and professional Payroll Manager to oversee and manage the payroll and ensure statutory requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

Key performance areas:

Payroll processing:

1. Reconciliation of payroll system to financial system
2. Preparation of payroll journals
3. Applications for tax directives
4. Calculate and process employee salaries, wages, piece work, bonuses, and other compensation accurately and on time.
5. Validate timekeeping records and resolve discrepancies.
6. Process payroll adjustments, including bonuses, overtime, and deductions.
7. Assist FM with calculation of annual profit-share amounts.
8. Manage and completion of UI19 documentation.
9. Assist in CTC calculations for potential candidates.

Tax compliance:

1. Ensure accurate and timely withholding and remittance of payroll taxes.
2. Stay updated on tax regulations and make necessary adjustments to ensure compliance.

Benefits administration:

1. Review all third-party payments and reconciliations.
2. Liaise with third-party administrators regarding medical aid and pension fund.
3. Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records.
4. Prepare and maintain related employee records.

Compliance:

1. Prepare and file payroll-related reports, such as monthly and annual tax returns (EMP201, WCA, EMP501).
2. Ensure compliance with local regulations governing payroll.

Audit support:

1. Assist in internal and external audits related to payroll and employee compensation.

Desired Experience & Qualification

The successful candidate must have:

1. Matric with a degree in Accounting / Finance or relevant qualification
2. Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation will be advantageous
3. 2 - 3 years relevant working experience in a similar role
4. Working knowledge of Payroll software such as Sage 300 will be advantageous
5. Computer literate – (Word, Excel and especially Excel)
6. Good understanding of and working knowledge of all the appropriate Acts (LRA, BCEA, OSHA, COID, EEA, SDL)
7. Good accounting and tax knowledge (tax directives) and exposure to E@syfile, SARS E-filing
8. Knowledge and experience of EMP201 returns and EMP501
9. Reconciliation skills would be advantageous
10. Excellent organisational and time management skills
11. Able to manage a large payroll and work in a highly pressurised environment with strict deadlines
12. Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
13. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and ability to interpret large sets of data accurately
14. Strong problem-solving abilities and a pro-active approach
15. Able to maintain and build strong internal and external stakeholder relationships with a service approach
16. Able to work independently and within a team
17. Must have a valid driver’s license

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
If you do send an email to the recruiter directly: please state the position you are applying for.

Package & Remuneration

Salary will be discussed during the interview stage.

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