Payroll Specialist

6 days ago

Midrand, South Africa MSD Full time

**Position Overview**:
In this role, you will have the responsibility of overseeing the South Africa Payroll. Your expertise in South Africa payroll will be crucial in ensuring a seamless and efficient payroll process, as well as being instrumental in the payroll transformation. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to expand your knowledge and understanding of payroll in other countries. A strong regional team will be available to provide support and assistance in all aspects of your role. You will report to the Payroll Lead MER / EEMEA, joining a team of peers based regionally. The main office will be located in South Africa / Midrand (location can be flexible however)

For all activities, the Payroll Specialist demonstrates a continuous improvement mind-set to have issues solved at root cause as well as experience and a passion for delivering successful results with an inclusive team ethic.

**The Payroll Specialist South Africa is responsible for**:

- Administer employee salaries, accurately calculating and processing payroll for all employees.
- Monitors the output of standard personnel and salary changes (with input from HR, Workday and other sources)
- Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close, including the account reconciliations of payroll related balances.
- Expats and commuters processing, consultation on international remuneration with EY & Global Mobility.
- Maintain accurate filling and documentation of all relevant payroll data.
- Processing all monthly SARS payments on E-filing.
- Handle midyear tax reconciliations and submitting to SARS.
- Assist with annual audits, both internal and external, to ensure compliance and accuracy.
- Stay up to date with legislative changes within SA Payroll, ensuring adherence to all legal requirements.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement to ensure global standards and efficient operational delivery.
- Monitor the performance of third-party providers related to payroll, ensuring key performance indicators and risk management.
- Participation in projects and working groups.

**Qualifications, Skills & Experience Required**:

- Bachelor’s degree in finance, HR, or related field, in lieu of a degree, the equivalent in experience and evident of exceptional ability
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll administration or a similar role, with a deep understanding of South Africa payroll regulations.
- sound knowledge and experience of multi-country payroll delivery and governance, is a plus.
- Strong knowledge of SARS regulations and experience with E-filing.
- Attention to detail and exceptional analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet tight timelines.
- Fluent in English (written and spoken),

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Regular

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**Requisition ID**:R285257

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