Group Payroll Director

2 weeks ago


Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa Progessive International Full time

Job Title: Group Payroll Director

About Progressive International

We are a global leader in the FMCG industry, committed to excellence in our payroll processes.

Key Job Description
  1. Payroll Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive payroll strategy that aligns with our company's goals and objectives.
  2. Compliance and Governance: Ensure full compliance with all statutory requirements, including PAYE, UIF, SDL, and other relevant regulations.
  3. Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to improve our payroll processes and implement changes to increase efficiency and accuracy.
  4. Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals to ensure a high-performance payroll function.
  5. Stakeholder Management: Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including finance, HR, auditors, and tax authorities.
  6. Technical Expertise: Implement and optimize payroll systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. Handle complex payroll calculations, deductions, and benefits administration.
  7. Data Analysis: Provide payroll-related data analysis and reports to senior management.
Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Education: Degree or Diploma in Payroll Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
  • Experience: 8 to 10 years of payroll management experience, with at least 2 to 5 years in a leadership role as a Payroll Manager.
  • Industry Exposure: Strong background in FMCG or manufacturing environments, managing payroll at a group level.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in payroll systems and software (e.g., SAP, SAGE, VIP, or similar). Strong numerical and analytical skills to handle complex calculations and reporting.
  • Soft Skills: Strong leadership and people management skills. Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy. Hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving and decision-making.
Why Join Us?
  • Diverse Work Environment: Be part of a diverse and inclusive work environment.
  • Opportunity for Growth: Opportunity to lead and enhance payroll processes at a group level.
  • Competitive Remuneration: Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
  • Collaborative Team: Work with a collaborative and results-driven team.


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