Payroll Manager

Where you fit in?

Payroll Services South Africa is responsible for the administration of Payroll and Third-Party Processing for approximately 500 employees.

What is the role?

The South African Payroll manager reports to the UK Payroll Manager based in London (UK).

The scope of activities includes responsibility for the end-to-end South African Payroll Processes to help ensure an accurate and timely monthly execution. This may incorporate error resolution, data issues, minimising risk, expected values per policy, successful postings and on time payments to both employees and third parties. The administration of all relevant tax and social security payments and reporting, management and oversight of the end-to-end controls framework for South Africa, as well as the functional management of the Shell People Payroll (SAP) application and Workday.

In addition, the Payroll Manager South Africa is accountable for the overall oversight & approval of the South African payroll and the actions performed by the Shared Services team(s) based in Poland and Manila.

The Shared Services are responsible for the successful execution of all payroll related activities, and watches over the quality and integrity of the payroll.  

Responsibilities:

• All aspects associated to the scope of South African Payroll and participate in local and global projects and initiatives. 
• Actively engaging in our local, regional and global organization, utilizing virtual connects to build working relationships with key contacts, participate in and promote a culture of innovation and Enterprise First behaviors with a continuous improvement (CI) mindset.
• Sharing best practices with the team and strive for improvements in service delivery and ensure accountability for evergreen end-to-end process documentation for business continuity purposes.    
• Taking a proactive approach towards the implementation of new payroll related legislation, policy changes and portfolio changes. 
• The preparation and submission of monthly and annual statutory reporting.
• Liaising with various internal (i.e. HR & Finance colleagues, HR in Country, Policy Benefits & Services, IMTC (International Mobility and Tax Compliance), Employment Tax, Employee’s and Line Managers) and external (i.e. SARS, Auditors) stakeholders to resolve complex cases and provide exceptional customer service.  
• Ensuring all Financial Controls and Data Privacy Rules are accurately executed to fully address the business risk in an environment with high monetary materiality and safeguard from Data Privacy breaches 
• Responsible for ensuring compliance to Group Records Management retention protocol, preparation of Internal Audit reference documents and response to External Governing Bodies requests.
• Participate in special projects and initiatives, locally and globally, as required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to enable the development and oversight of the team, with a good balance between managerial skills and an eye for detail and quality.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills to meet deadlines and provide best in class payroll services through global standardization and alignment.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders across all functions and levels in the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities concurrently and deliver flawlessly.
• The ability to proactively analyze potential threats and opportunities for the organization from changing business conditions and legal requirements.
• Creates comprehensive action plans to address gap areas in meeting legislation in the short and long term.
• Identifies and explains internal and external forces impacting payroll process, shares knowledge with others and is aware of legislations affecting payroll.

What we need from you?

• Qualification in finance, economics or business administration or a like
• Must have at least 5 yrs of relevant experience in end-to-end Payroll.
• Experience in a large company is an added advantage
• Controls/finance background advantageous
• Knowledge of South African tax and social security laws is essential. 
• Stakeholder and Employee centric attitude.
• Knowledge of Workday and SAP systems will advantageous.   

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To learn more about Shell’s recruitment process please visit our website www.shell.com/careers.

Shell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Company description 

Shell is a global group of energy and petrochemical companies with about 84,000 employees across more than 70 countries. We aim to meet the world’s growing need for more and cleaner energy solutions in ways that are economically, environmentally, and socially responsible.  We have expertise in exploration, production, refining and marketing of oil and natural gas, and the manufacturing and marketing of chemicals.

As a global energy company operating in a challenging world, we set high standards of performance and ethical behaviors. We are judged by how we act and how we live up to our core values of honesty, integrity, and respect for people. Our Business Principles are based on these. They promote trust, openness, teamwork, and professionalism, as well as pride in what we do and how we conduct business.

Building on our core values, we aspire to sustain a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels respected and valued, from our employees to our customers and partners. A diverse workforce and an inclusive work environment are vital to our success, leading to greater innovation and better energy solutions.

An innovative place to work

There’s never been a more exciting time to work at Shell. Everyone here is helping solve one of the biggest challenges facing the world today: bringing the benefits of energy to everyone on the planet, while managing the risks of climate change.

Join us and you’ll add your talent and imagination to a business with the power to shape the future – whether by investing in renewables, exploring new ways to store energy or developing technology that helps the world to use energy more efficiently.

An inclusive place to work

To power progress together, we need to attract and develop the brightest minds and make sure every voice is heard. Here are just some of the ways we’re nurturing an inclusive environment – one where you can express your ideas, extend your skills and reach your potential.

• We’re creating a space where people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, workplace adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Feel free to let us know about your circumstances when you apply, and we’ll take it from there.
• We’re closing the gender gap – whether that’s through action on equal pay or by enabling more women to reach senior roles in engineering and technology.
• We’re striving to be a pioneer of an inclusive and diverse workplace, promoting equality for employees regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
• We consider ourselves a flexible employer and want to support you in finding the right balance. We encourage you to discuss this with us in your application.

A rewarding place to work

Combine our creative, collaborative environment and global operations with an impressive range of benefits and joining Shell becomes an inspired career choice.

We’re huge advocates for career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By pushing people to reach their potential, we frequently help them find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

"This position is impacted by the previously announced sale of SPDC. By applying to this position, if you are the successful candidate you will transfer to the buyer at time of sale."