Payroll. Compliance. Done for you.

Accurate monthly payroll services for businesses in Pretoria and Johannesburg. We process salaries and wages, submit to SARS, and keep you compliant with UIF, PAYE and EMP returns.
Since 2011 • Certified Payroll Administrator (SAPA) • SAIT Tax Technician • BCom HR Management

Stop stressing about payroll deadlines.

Running a business in Gauteng is hard enough.
Payroll, SARS submissions and staff queries should not steal your time.

Payroll Needs helps owner-managed and growing companies in Pretoria, Montana Park, Akasia, Wonderboom, Centurion, and Johannesburg to stay fully payroll compliant every month. We also serve clients in the Western Cape, as well as nationally.
You send us your payroll changes, we process, we submit, and you receive correct payslips on time.

  • Monthly payroll processing for salaries and weekly wages
  • EMP201 calculations and submissions
  • EMP501 bi-annual and annual reconciliations
  • UIF declarations and registrations
  • PAYE and SDL handled for you
  • Payslip distribution to staff
  • Assistance with Compensation Fund / ROE
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Why outsource payroll to Payroll Needs?

Payroll mistakes cost money, damage trust with staff, and create problems with SARS.

You want to avoid:

  • Penalties for late EMP201 or EMP501
  • Staff coming back with payroll queries
  • Keeping up with changing payroll legislation
  • Buying and maintaining payroll software
  • Spending Fridays on UIF and payslips

We deliver:

  • Accurate payroll, every month
  • SARS submissions done on time
  • Clear payroll reports for management
  • A single point of contact in Pretoria
  • A qualified professional who knows South African payroll law

Payroll and statutory services we offer

We provide a full payroll service for small and medium businesses in Pretoria and Johannesburg.

1. Monthly Payroll Processing

Capture time sheets and changes • Calculate salaries, wages, overtime and leave • Generate payslips • Month-end payroll reports.

Ideal for companies with staff on a salary and hourly pay.

2. SARS, UIF and PAYE Compliance

EMP201 submissions • EMP501 reconciliations • PAYE, UIF and SDL calculations • Registrations for new businesses • Department of Labour requirements.

Ideal for businesses that do not want penalties or arrears.

3. Payroll-Related HR Support

Employment contracts • Basic job descriptions • Letters and payroll confirmations • Advice on payroll records.

Ideal for companies without internal HR.

A payroll specialist you can meet in person.

Payroll Needs was started in 2011 to help businesses stay payroll compliant without employing a full-time payroll administrator.

The work is done by an experienced, qualified payroll professional who understands South African tax, labour requirements and the realities of running a business.

Because we are based in Pretoria (Montana Park) and serve Johannesburg as well, we can meet clients, understand their businesses, and build long-term relationships.

  • More than 19 years of payroll experience
  • SAPA - Certified Payroll Administrator Practitioner
  • Member of SAIT – Tax Technician (SA)
  • BCom degree in Human Resource Management
  • Experienced with SAGE / Pastel Payroll
You are not sending your payroll to a call centre. You are dealing with the owner.

How our payroll service works

01

Quick call or WhatsApp

We discuss your business, the number of employees and the current payroll setup.
02

Setup and compliance check

We audit your payroll data, registrations and SARS status, identifying and resolving any gaps to keep you compliant.
04

Monthly processing

You send staff changes, we process payroll, issue payslips and submit to SARS where required.
05

Ongoing support

We remind you of deadlines and keep you compliant, so you can focus on running your business.
Ready to hand over payroll?

Designed for owner-managed businesses

We work well with businesses that do not have an internal HR or payroll department but still need payroll to be accurate and compliant every month.
Make the smart choice, and outsource your payroll today.
What clients say

Payroll Needs is reliable and on point!
Can't go wrong in using their services.

Johannesburg Retail Client

Excellent service, a wonderful business partner to have.


Leigh Pretorius

Best company to handle your payroll needs.


Josh Matlala

Take the Stress out of Payroll - We've got it Covered

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