Payroll Manager

Full Time
Johannesburg, South Africa
5 months ago

About us : 

Luno is the crypto investment app you can rely on, enabling you to buy, store and explore crypto securely. We’re committed to putting the power of cryptocurrency in everyone's hands sensibly and responsibly.

Since 2013, we’ve helped millions of people around the world invest safely in crypto. We do this by cutting through the hype and supporting customers at every step of the way. All products and cryptocurrencies on our platform must first meet stringent legal, risk and technical security standards. We don’t do memecoins.

Transparency is key for us. Luno stores all crypto on a 1:1 basis and we have rigorous processes in place so you can be confident your investment is secure. We’re available in more than 40 countries around the world and we work closely with respective regulators in all of these markets to be fully compliant, as we believe this is the best way to help everyone, everywhere, invest safely.

 

About the team: 

The People Operations Team form part of the greater Global People Team within Luno. We are a lean, dynamic and impactful team always striving to set the standard within our fields of responsibility and expertise. Energised when faced with challenges we ensure solutions are brainstormed collaboratively and delivered within deadlines always having the people experience top of mind. We are humble but proud of who we are and celebrate all success, big or small! We are Team Phoenix! You will report into Jean-Pierre Kriel | People Operations Manager 

 

The role in a nutshell:We are looking for an experienced and professional Payroll Manager who will be responsible for the full payroll cycle, payroll procedures and payments for all regional entities at Luno .You will be part of an amazing People Operations team reporting into the People Operations Manager 

 

Your mission will be:

  • Prepare, administrate and work with the Finance team to distribute salary payments for all Employees in accordance with our payroll calendar. 
  • Ensure our in house payroll procedures and outputs are ‘audit ready’ as well as updated, maintained and followed. 
  • Ensuring compliance with applicable laws and tax obligations in all regions in which Luno operates. 
  • Manage and maintain the payroll systems and governance and ensure salary payments, expenses and taxes are paid correctly and on time.  

 

A little about you:

  • A proven track record of managing a highly effective Payroll function and a working knowledge of the statutory requirements affecting salaries in South Africa.
  • Previous Payroll exposure within the UK and APAC markets will be advantageous. 
  • 5 + years specialised payroll experience 
  • 2 + years of Payspace experience
  • A tertiary qualification in Finance/Accountancy/Payroll will be an advantage
  • Solid financial acumen and knowledge of payroll/ accounting software.
  • Ability to interpret and to reconcile complex financial data from a variety of sources using tools such as Google Sheets and  Microsoft Excel. 
  • Experience of working to defined service levels, targets and key performance indicators.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of current legislation with regards to pay conditions and the tax treatment of fringe benefits.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of working with 3rd party benefit providers. 
  • Ability to prioritise workloads effectively, balancing conflicting deadlines and achieving results and deliverables within fixed timescales.
  • Highly numerate with excellent analytical skills.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex payroll matters to 

 

Life at Luno:

  • Forward-thinking and ambitious team that celebrates diversity, hard work, and the continuous quest for excellence.
  • Remote but reachable work policy gives you the freedom to choose between working from home or the office.
  • Improve body and mind, with excellent private medical insurance. 
  • Access to Learnerbly with an annual development budget
  • Generous maternity / paternity and even paw-ternity for your furry friend.
  • Annual Inspiration Day
  • A collaborative, friendly work community, with regular social events
  • Free lunch and snacks.
  • Free access to Headspace – a full library of guided meditations, sleep stories, and music.
  • 0 fees with Luno from the day you start.*

*Offer only available on Luno Instant Buy, not Luno Exchange

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not negatively discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.