Payroll Controller

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The Key Purpose of this role is to manage the payroll administration process, ensuring that the payroll governance framework is adhered to by all stakeholders.  Responsible for MICS checks as well as ensuring payroll input is captured accurately and on time by the payroll administrators.  Ensure the payroll administrators adhere to the SLA requirements and that payroll administrators action all day-to-day payroll activities, such as Payroll input, Payroll recons, Payroll processes, payroll reports, payroll queries and payroll audits.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll inputs, ensuring strict compliance with established payroll governance frameworks.
• Delegate payroll input capture tasks to payroll administrators, ensuring clarity of responsibilities and deadlines.
• Monitor, verify, and distribute all payroll inputs to guarantee accuracy and completeness.
• Review and authorize daily and monthly payroll inputs to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Ensure the completion of MICS (Management Information and Control Systems) checks in line with organizational standards and policies.
• Prepare and approve monthly audit and variance reports, maintaining thorough documentation for transparency.
• Compile separation lists and facilitate their approval process in a timely manner.
• Regularly generate and review payroll reports to reinforce internal controls and fulfill compliance obligations.
• Review and approve the integrity of dummy payroll runs, confirming completeness and accuracy prior to finalization.
• Ensure payroll administrators consistently meet Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across all payroll-related tasks.
• Monitor payroll administrator accuracy, maintaining records and delivering feedback to team leads.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee queries promptly to uphold payroll accuracy and satisfaction.
• Enforce adherence to payroll processes and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure operational efficiency.
• Continuously evaluate payroll processes for opportunities to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
• Lead and develop a team of payroll professionals, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship and growth opportunities to team members, supporting their professional development and career progression.
• Conduct periodic performance evaluations, offering constructive feedback and recognizing individual and team achievements.
• Manage overall team performance, addressing any issues and providing actionable feedback to maintain standards.
• Champion the company’s culture by promoting alignment with core values and organizational mission.
• Collaborate with auditors to provide required documentation and support during audit activities.

Key Attributes and Competencies:

• Ability to liaise effectively​
• Analytical and problem-solving skills ​
• Attention to detail​
• Ability to work under pressure​
• Ability to maintain confidentiality​
• Good communication skills​

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum BCom or Finance related degree with 5-8  years payroll experience​
• Supervisory/People Management experience essential​
• Experience on SAP payroll system is essential​
• Payspace payroll system experience advantageous​
• Sound knowledge of the relevant legal aspects e.g.  PAYE (SA and/or Rest of Africa)​
• Good Excel & MS Office​
• Knowledge of payroll policies and procedures,  regulations and governance essential​
• Excellent numeric skills essential​

Additional Information:

• Band: VII

AB InBev is an equal opportunity employer, and all appointments will be made in-line with AB InBev employment equity plan and talent requirements. We are a company that promotes gender equality. Internal applicants require Line manager approval. Please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted. Management reserves the right to use additional/relevant information as criteria for short-listing.