Taxing the Workforce: Payroll and Employment Incentives

Employment-related taxes remain one of SARS’s key focus areas, with payroll compliance errors often resulting in penalties, interest, and unnecessary disputes. This webinar provides a practical and up-to-date overview of the South African tax consequences arising from employment, with specific focus on payroll obligations and employment-related incentives.

The session will unpack the core components of payroll tax compliance, including employees’ tax (PAYE), UIF and SDL, the taxation of fringe benefits and allowances, and the correct application of the Employment Tax Incentive (ETI). Particular attention will be given to common problem areas identified by SARS, as well as the practical completion and reconciliation of payroll submissions, including EMP201 and EMP501 returns.

Designed for tax practitioners, accountants, payroll professionals and financial managers, this webinar bridges technical legislation with real-world application, equipping attendees with the knowledge needed to manage payroll processes confidently, mitigate risk, and ensure ongoing compliance in an increasingly scrutinised employment tax environment.

In completing this learning engagement, you will have developed the following professional competencies indicated in the green section below: