Payroll Operations Lead at SoluGrowth Pty Ltd

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage SAP ECC6 payroll operations, including data validation, processing cycles, and integrations with HR and finance systems.
• Ensure compliance with South African labor laws, mining regulations (e.g., MHSA), tax requirements, and company policies.
• Lead payroll team in resolving queries, auditing outputs, and optimizing processes for efficiency in a 24/7 mining environment.
• Drive SAP ECC6 configurations, upgrades, and reporting tailored to platinum mining operations, including unionized workforce handling.
• Collaborate with SoluGrowth for performance reviews, training, and seamless handover protocols.
• Ensure the accuracy and timely submission of payroll outputs, including payslips, reports, statutory declarations, and third-party payments.
• Maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of service delivery, client satisfaction, and long-term retention.
• Support internal process improvements and ensure best practices are followed for BPO payroll delivery.
• Oversee payroll reconciliations including PAYE, UIF, SDL and third-party payments
• Ensure accurate monthly EMP201 and bi-annual EMP501 reconciliations
• Manage year-end tax processes including IRP5 submissions
• Ensure compliance with SARS, BCEA, and client governance frameworks
• Ensure payroll controls, audit trails, and compliance documentation are maintained
• Support internal and external payroll audits

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent; relevant qualification in Payroll Administration (e.g., Payroll Association of South Africa certificate) preferred.
• 5+ years' payroll experience in a high-volume, industrial environment, with proven SAP ECC6 proficiency (modules: HCM Payroll, Time Management), mining environment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with time & attendance systems (e.g., Kronos or similar) and leave management processes.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel for reconciliations, Word for reports, Outlook for communication)
• Minimum 3 years of full-function payroll experience in a BPO or shared services environment (will be to your advantage).
• Demonstrated experience using SAP ECC6 to manage multiple payrolls.
• Experience managing payroll for 5,000+ employees in a complex or unionised environment will be advantageous