Strategic Payroll Management: Systems, Compliance and Control
Introduction
Efficient payroll management is a cornerstone of organisational success. It ensures that employees are paid accurately and on time, compliance obligations are met, and internal control systems remain strong. Payroll is not only a financial process but also an essential bridge between human resources and accounting.
This **Strategic Payroll Management: Systems, Compliance and Control** programme provides participants with a comprehensive understanding of payroll operations, regulatory requirements, and control mechanisms. The course emphasises practical application, enabling participants to develop robust payroll systems that align with organisational objectives and ensure operational integrity.
Whether you are responsible for managing payroll, ensuring compliance, or seeking to enhance your financial and HR integration skills, this programme equips you with the technical expertise and confidence to lead payroll operations strategically and efficiently.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
* Understand and navigate payroll regulations and compliance frameworks.
* Confidently manage and supervise payroll departments.
* Identify payroll risks and implement effective internal controls.
* Integrate payroll processes with HR and finance systems.
* Apply best practices for payroll administration, auditing, and reporting.
* Strengthen organisational governance through accurate payroll management and reporting.
Methodology
This course uses an interactive, practice-driven approach that combines:
* Real-world case studies and group discussions.
* Practical payroll simulations and system demonstrations.
* Hands-on exercises in payroll reconciliation and control evaluation.
* Guided workshops on payroll audits and compliance frameworks.
* Expert-led insights on emerging technologies and automation in payroll management.
Benefits
Participants will gain:
✅ A deep understanding of payroll operations and compliance requirements.
✅ Practical tools for designing and implementing effective payroll controls.
✅ The ability to identify and mitigate payroll risks.
✅ Improved efficiency in linking payroll to HR and finance functions.
✅ Enhanced professional credibility and operational leadership in payroll management.
✅ Strategies to prepare for payroll audits and handle external reporting confidently.
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for:
* Payroll Managers and Supervisors
* Finance Managers and Accountants
* HR and Personnel Officers
* Internal Auditors and Compliance Officers
* Business Owners and Entrepreneurs
* Professionals seeking to strengthen payroll, finance, or HR integration
Course Outline
Day One – Payroll Environment
* Overview of Payroll Systems and Structures
* Running an Effective Payroll Department
* Regulatory Acts Governing Payroll
* Integration with Company Policies and Procedures
* Roles and Responsibilities of the Payroll Administrator
* Conducting an Internal Payroll Audit
Day Two – Practical Payroll Implementation
* The Payroll Process: Key Stages and Best Practices
* Creating Cost Centres, Pay Points, and Job Codes
* Maintaining Employee Data and Leave Records
* Setting Up Payslips and Ensuring Regulatory Compliance
* Capturing Overtime, Allowances, and Additional Payments
* Month-End Procedures and Payroll Adjustments
Day Three – Payroll Management
* Defining Employee Classification and Its Payroll Implications
* Time Management and Attendance Tracking
* Employee Compensation Structures and Benefits
* Understanding Deductions and Their Purpose
* Ethical Practices in Payroll Operations
* Integrating Payroll with the HR Function
* Designing and Structuring a Payroll Division
Day Four – Corporate Integration
* Aligning Payroll with Financial Accounting Systems
* Recording Payroll Transactions and Accruals
* Key Payroll Metrics and Analytical Tools
* Payroll Reports: Preparation, Analysis, and Utilization
* Using Payroll Data for Strategic Decision-Making
* Payroll Procedures for External Audits
Day Five – Effective Payroll Controls
* Data Protection and Confidentiality in Payroll Systems
* Understanding Internal Controls and Risk Frameworks
* Identifying Risks Across the Payroll Cycle
* Implementing and Evaluating Payroll Controls
* Managing Outsourced Payroll Services
* Common Payroll Errors and How to Avoid Them
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