About the position
Our client based in Potchefstroom, North West is looking for a Group Payroll Manager to join their team.
The Group Payroll Manager is responsible for leading and managing the centralised payroll function within the organisation, ensuring the accurate and timely payment of employees in compliance with statutory regulations and internal policies. This role integrates payroll operations with financial accounting by overseeing the allocation of salary costs to the general ledger, managing payroll-related reconciliations, and ensuring accurate reporting. The manager also ensures the timely payment and compliance of third-party obligations, including tax authorities, benefit providers, and other statutory bodies. In addition, the role drives continuous improvement in payroll systems and processes, supports audit and risk management activities, and provides strategic insights to support financial planning and workforce management.
Requirements• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or related field.
• 10+ years payroll experience, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong understanding of South African labour and tax laws
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills
• Payroll-specific certification is an advantage (e.g., Sage VIP certification, South African Payroll Association (SAPA) membership, SARA, etc.).
• Advanced Computer literacy (MS Office)
• Proficiency in payroll software (e.g. Sage, VIP, Payspace, SAP, Oracle, Workday)
• Understanding of integration with HR, finance, and timekeeping systems
• In-depth knowledge of South African payroll legislation
• Understanding of accounting & financial principles
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ethical and trustworthy with strong integrity.
• Problem-solving mindset.
• Strategic thinking and ability to improve payroll processes.
• Familiarity with employee benefits administration
Desired Skills:
- Payroll Manager
- VIP
- Sage 300
Desired Qualification Level:
- Diploma
About The Employer:
We are passionate professionals driven to provide Payroll and HR solutions that deliver true business value to your organisation.
Our proven track record and expertise will enable you to maximise your return on investment on any Sage Payroll & HR implementation.
Partner with a Talent Team that suits your customised needs. Recruiting top talent is a powerful and reliable foundation of strength in any business. When partnered with the best recruitment team, it’s an opportunity for long-term growth, and can bring companies a competitive advantage in their industry.
Red Ember Technology is a Certified Sage Platinum Business Partner, here to support any Sage client with the extra value-added services to complement and support their Sage products.
The Red Ember Recruitment team has combined Payroll, HR and Finance industry-specific experience, customised to the Sage products, as well as vast experience supporting various other products and industries.
Red Ember Recruitment can assist on any level of recruitment, from Interns to Executive placements, bulk recruitment, response handling, or specialised headhunting.
