Mariette Steenkamp

Payroll Supervisor

Bearing Man World (Pty) Ltd | July 2024 – Present

Lead payroll operations for 3000+ employees across 20 legal entities including African branches in Ghana and Tanzania. Oversee a team of three payroll professionals responsible for accurate payroll processing, benefits administration, and third-party payments totaling over R900 million annually. Payroll Accounting, produce and reconcile payroll journals and GL entries, working closely with finance teams to ensure financial accuracy and compliance. Maintain integrity across payroll systems (Kerrige, Sage 300 People, ESS) and continuously improve processes and reporting.

Payroll Specialist

Kaelo (Insurance Sector) | Aug 2023 – Jul 2024

Managed full payroll function for over 500 employees across 10 entities. Administered PSiber payroll and ESS platforms, processed statutory submissions, and maintained compliance with SARS and labour legislation. Oversaw two team members, managed benefit deductions (medical aid, provident fund), and supported HR on salary and policy queries. Took ownership of payroll reconciliations and ensured accurate ledger postings for internal finance reporting.

Payroll & Benefits Officer

MAN Energy Solutions SA | May 2019 – Jun 2023

Oversaw payroll and benefits for 300+ employees across nine payroll entities. Led a national benchmarking initiative using REM Channel and Mercer to standardize internal pay structures. Spearheaded the transition from Sage VIP to Sage 300 People to enhance system functionality. Generated payroll journals, performed monthly reconciliations, and supported audits with detailed financial reporting. Acted as liaison with MEIBC, MIBFA, and SARS.

HR & Payroll Officer

Tulisa Cables | Apr 2017 – May 2019

Provided full HR and payroll services for a team of 107 employees using Sage VIP and Jarrison Time. Maintained accurate payroll processing, handled EMP201/501 submissions, and performed full GL and third-party reconciliations. Ensured that payroll journals aligned with financial controls and supported year-end processes. Collaborated with Finance to improve transparency and reporting.

Payroll Head of Department

MacDonalds Transport | Dec 2011 – Jul 2012

Directed a six-person payroll team responsible for processing salaries and wages for 650+ employees. Maintained compliance with NBCRFLI requirements, managed third-party payments, and ensured timekeeping accuracy. Coordinated with finance to produce payroll journals and conducted routine reconciliations to maintain audit readiness.

HR & Payroll Officer

Lorbrand (Pty) Ltd | Apr 2008 – May 2011

Provided full HR and payroll services for a team of 200 employees using Sage VIP and Jarrison Time. Maintained accurate payroll processing, handled EMP201/501 submissions, and performed full GL and third-party reconciliations. Ensured that payroll journals aligned with financial controls and supported year-end processes. Collaborated with Finance to improve transparency and reporting.

TECHNISA - 2010

National Diploma in Human Resource Management

TECHNICAN SA - 2003-2004

Internal Auditing (First Year Completed)

HIGH SCHOOL FERDINAND POSTMA - 1994

Matric / Grade 12