PAYROLL MANAGER

I'm partnering with a leading multinational FMCG organisation in Gauteng to appoint an experienced Payroll Manager to lead the payroll function and a team within a complex, fast-paced environment.

This is a hands-on leadership position for an experienced payroll professional who takes accountability, can operate independently and has the technical depth to understand and solve complex payroll challenges.

A key priority will be leading a significant payroll simplification and restructuring project, ensuring the payroll environment is efficient, compliant and accurately reflected within the relevant systems.

The successful candidate will also have responsibility for Compensation & Benefits, working closely with HR and Finance to ensure remuneration, benefits, statutory requirements and payroll systems are accurately aligned.

We're looking for someone who has:

Strong end-to-end payroll management experience

Proven people leadership experience

Strong knowledge of SAGE 300

In-depth understanding of South African payroll legislation

Strong technical understanding of PAYE, UIF, tax, pensions/provident funds and other statutory contributions

Experience across Compensation & Benefits

Experience managing complex payroll structures

A track record of leading payroll transformation, simplification or process improvement

Strong payroll governance, controls and audit experience

The ability to take ownership, identify problems and implement solutions

A self-starting, hands-on approach and the confidence to hit the ground running

FMCG or experience within a large, complex corporate environment would be highly advantageous.