Payroll Specialist

Vacant position: Payroll Specialist

Location: Centurion

Reference number: PHC-CEN-PRS-001

At ProGroup we are passionate about what we do, and we are passionate about our people. If you are a qualified, hard-working individual, aspiring to grow your career, we invite you to apply for the advertised vacant position.

Purpose of the position

The purpose of this position is to maintain payroll related employee master data , process monthly payroll for all Proconics group of companies and perform payroll related accounting tasks reporting to Payroll Team Leader.

Qualifications/experience

• BCom Accounting.
• 5-7 years’ experience in payroll and accounting.
• Ability to compile and submit WCA, UIF and PAYE returns.
• Proficiency in MS office (advanced).
• Experience in Sage 300 payroll Knowledge of Personal tax legislation (including

PAYE, SDL rebates etc.).

• Knowledge and application of foreign employment tax credits.
• Experience with Dynamics, MEIBC and computerized financial systems.

Required outputs and responsibilities

• Report to Senior Manager: Finance
• Maintenance of employee master data in excel SAGE and accounting package.
• Liaise with human resources department regarding payroll changes.
• Manage timesheet process and timeline including deadline enforcement.
• Manage leave application process.
• Prepare monthly payroll for review and release (including an international company).
• Preparation of monthly EMP201 filing as well as bi-annual EMP501 filing.
• Preparation of EMP201/EMP501 audit documentation when required.
• Monitor compliance with PAYE legislation.
• Preparation of annual compensation fund submission.
• Preparation of UI19’s when required.
• Preparation and submission of department of labour ufiling.
• Preparation of general ledger adjustments / journals – payroll interface.
• Process payroll / employee related payments / garnishee orders.
• Generate remuneration reports for relevant stakeholders.
• All Payroll related accounting tasks and functions.
• Resolve employee payroll related queries.
• Process all employee related payments.

Personal attributes

• Adaptability.
• Team player.
• Conscientious and well organized.
• Sense of urgency.
• Numerate and systematic.
• Strong written and communication skills.
• Self- starter and able to work independently.
• Ability to prioritize and time management.
• Self- disciplined and motivated.
• Quality and detail driven.
• Assertive with strong internal focus of control.
• Accurate and consistent reporting.
• Report writing skills crucial.
• Flexible.

Should you see yourself advancing in an exciting company such as ProGroup, forward your CV stating the reference number as well as the name of the position in the subject line to:

Email: ***email_hidden***

Closing date: 22 July 2026

Internal candidates to specify internal on their application.

Feedback will be given to shortlisted candidates.

ProGroup is an equal opportunity employer.