As the professional body for those employed within the payroll sector, the association has been hard at work and is pleased to confirm that in addition to registered qualifications for payroll personnel, many other activities are in place to add depth to the existing knowledge pool.
Workshops and seminars are held regularly with experts conducting these events. Professional designations have been developed and continuous professional development activities put in place. A master's degree (NQF Level 7) will be available to payroll practitioners in the near future. Participation and interest in all aspects of the payroll function including accessing the latest technology means highly qualified people who add value to their companies and enrich their own lives.
CEO's and managers should ask themselves whether they have taken into account the risk resulting from having poorly trained and incompetent staff in payroll. Having highly skilled personnel in any business means a well-run efficient and profitable concern. A highly trained payroll administrator means a legally compliant business, happy and motivated staff.
The South African Payroll Association is determined that the professionals registered with them are active members of the 'Life Long Learning' fraternity. To communicate the importance of 'Life Long Learning' to the market, the association is hosting its annual national conference in Cape Town, Durban and Johannesburg in September.
Included on the itinerary is the art of networking, South African Labour Market trends 2013, SARS, Data Analytics and the function of payroll, changes in payroll over time, tax update, employee benefits, payroll education and training, amongst others.
Several high profile industry stalwarts will be attending including Payroll Giving's advocate Dawie Crous, Sagren Govender from UIF, Daleen Meinhardt, Human Capital Management Solutions, Business Connexion; Mariana Stander, Tax Consulting SA, Jody Cedras, director: Registration and Recognition, as well as Teryl Schroenn, CEO of Accsys.
