PAYROLL SUPERVISOR Location: JohannesburgIndustry: Corporate / Shared Services A leading organisation is seeking an experienced Payroll Supervisor to support and oversee the end-to-end payroll function within a high-volume, complex environment. This role is ideal for a senior payroll professional with strong systems expertise and leadership capability, who can ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence across payroll processes. THE ROLE You will act as the second-in-command to the Payroll Manager, ensuring the smooth execution of payroll operations while maintaining strict compliance with statutory and organisational requirements. Key responsibilities include: Payroll Processing & Control Overseeing and verifying the full payroll process for both salaried and wage employees Ensuring all payroll inputs, earnings, and deductions are accurate and authorised Managing employee lifecycle changes, including new hires, terminations, transfers, and promotions Ensuring correct processing of CTC structures, fringe benefits, and allowances Monitoring payroll timelines and ensuring all deadlines are met Compliance & Statutory Reporting Managing SARS submissions, including EMP201 and EMP501 reconciliations Overseeing IRP5 generation and distribution Ensuring compliance with all statutory, tax, and regulatory requirements Maintaining audit‑ready payroll records and documentation Benefits & Third‑Party Administration Managing medical aid and provident fund reconciliations and submissions Ensuring accurate processing of third‑party payments (e.g. garnishees, unions, statutory contributions) Coordinating submission schedules and ensuring timely payments Maintaining accuracy of employee benefits and deductions Reconciliation & Reporting Performing payroll reconciliations and supporting general ledger integration Assisting with monthly reporting, including cost and provision reports Supporting audits and ensuring compliance with financial reporting requirements Identifying and resolving discrepancies within payroll data Team Support & Supervision Supervising payroll staff in the absence of the Payroll Manager Providing guidance, support, and oversight to the payroll team Ensuring adherence to payroll policies, processes, and standards Systems, Documentation & Continuous Improvement Maintaining payroll systems and ensuring data integrity (VIP/Sage or similar) Managing employee self‑service processes (e.g. payslip distribution) Updating and maintaining payroll documentation and procedures Driving process improvements and operational efficiencies WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Key requirements: Grade 12 (essential) Payroll‑related qualification Minimum 10 years' experience in a large‑scale payroll environment At least 5 years' experience in a senior payroll role Experience managing both weekly wages and monthly payroll Strong experience with payroll systems (VIP ESSENTIAL) Proven expertise in payroll reconciliations and reporting Strong understanding of payroll compliance and legislation Advantageous: VIP Payroll certification Experience in high‑volume or multi‑entity payroll environments WHO YOU ARE Highly detail‑oriented with strong accuracy Organised and methodical in approach Able to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines A strong problem‑solver with analytical thinking ability Dependable, accountable, and professional A team player with leadership capability WHY THIS ROLE Opportunity to work in a complex, high‑volume payroll environment Key role supporting payroll governance and compliance Exposure to full‑function payroll operations Opportunity to step into a leadership support role Stable and structured environment with strong process focus #J-18808-Ljbffr