Payroll manager

We are actively seeking exceptional talent to assist us in expanding the reach of the world's favourite fried chicken brand throughout this continent. If you're confident you have what it takes to join our Finger Lickin' Good family, take the next step and apply now.

What is the job:

The purpose of the Payroll Manager role is to oversee and manage all aspects of the payroll process within the organization. This includes ensuring accurate and timely payment of employee salaries, compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and effective coordination with other departments to maintain accurate records and accounting.

What will be expected of you?

  • Develop, implement, and maintain payroll policies and procedures that ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Supervise and train payroll staff to ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll transactions, including maintaining employee records, calculating pay and deductions, and processing payroll taxes.
  • Oversee the processing of employee benefits, including provident fund, and group benefits.
  • Ensure compliance with all payroll-related laws and regulations, including tax reporting.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as our People & Culture and Accounting teams, to ensure that payroll transactions are properly recorded and accounted for in the company's accounting system.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and prepare payroll reports for management.

Are you qualified?

  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field (NQF level 7)
  • 3+ years of experience in payroll administration.

Did you do this before?

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally.
  • Good teamwork skills with the ability to work independently when required.
  • Sound understanding of human resources and labor rules and regulations.
  • Problem-solving skills.

Do you have what it takes?

  • Driven and analytical individual with a passion for data-driven decision-making.
  • Working knowledge of PaySpace or similar payroll software.
  • Payroll Certificate and/or accounting exposure are advantageous.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • Knowledge of human resources and labor regulations.

There is a seat for you at our table.

  • We are committed to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging and will make an appointment in line with these objectives.