Senior Payroll Manager

Recruiter

Stratogo

Job Ref

HQ001272/Tasmi

Date posted

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Location

Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Salary

Monthly

SUMMARY

Job Title: Senior Payroll Manager

Department: Human Resources / Payroll

Location: KwaZulu-Natal

Employment Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 31 July 2026

Stratogo is a professional recruitment and workforce solutions company specializing in sourcing and placing top talent across various industries.

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled

Senior Payroll Manager to lead and oversee payroll operations within a large and fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the full payroll function end-to-end while ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, reporting, and effective team leadership.

This role requires a seasoned payroll professional with extensive management experience and the ability to manage complex payroll structures across multiple payroll streams.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management & Administration

• Manage the full payroll function from start to finish across multiple payrolls.
• Ensure payroll processes are completed accurately and within required deadlines.
• Manage payroll processing for a large employee complement.
• Ensure payroll compliance with relevant legislation, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations and audit processes.

Reporting & Financial Analysis

• Prepare and present weekly and monthly payroll reports.
• Compile executive-level payroll reports and management information.
• Analyze payroll data and trends to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure reporting accuracy and timely submission of payroll information.

Compliance & Process Management

• Ensure adherence to payroll legislation, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies within payroll operations.
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of payroll information.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and manage payroll teams effectively.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across departments.
• Drive accountability and high-performance standards within the payroll function.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric).
• Relevant Payroll, Finance, HR, or related qualification advantageous.
• Minimum 8–10 years' management experience within payroll environments.
• Comprehensive end-to-end payroll knowledge and experience.
• Experience managing high-volume payroll environments.
• Proven experience managing multiple payroll structures.
• Sage 300 knowledge and experience is essential.
• Strong reporting and analytical capability.
• Advanced computer literacy and Microsoft Office proficiency.

Skills & Competencies

• Payroll Management
• Sage 300
• Payroll Compliance
• Payroll Reporting
• Data Analysis
• Leadership & Team Management
• Attention to Detail
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Time Management
• Confidentiality & Integrity
• Process Improvement

What is on Offer

• Competitive market-related remuneration package.
• Opportunity to join a large and dynamic operational environment.
• Exposure to high-volume payroll operations.
• Career growth and development opportunities.

How to Apply

Send CV: ***email_hidden***

Please ensure the job title

"Senior Payroll Manager" is reflected in the subject line of your email application.

Please note: Only candidates with extensive end-to-end payroll management experience and Sage 300 exposure will be considered.

Note: If you do not receive a response within three weeks of submitting your application, kindly consider your application unsuccessful.

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