Payroll and Taxation Training

Payroll and Taxation Training

Master South African Payroll and Taxation Under the Current Budget and Legislative Framework

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Platform:
Online
In-class
Date Venue Duration
21 - 22 September 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 2 Days
14 - 15 December 2026 Sandton, Gauteng 2 Days

Course Introduction

Prospen Africa’s Payroll and Taxation Training course offers an in-depth understanding of South African Direct and Indirect Taxation as well as Payroll Management. It provides a comprehensive update on annual income tax, payroll tax, and important legislative changes. Prospen Africa’s Payroll and Taxation Training course aims to ensure that delegates fully understand the origins of different tax types and gain detailed insights into the various building blocks per tax type. This seminar is designed to assist with day-to-day challenges and improve the practical application of taxation and revenue laws. 

What’s New for 2026 

Personal income tax brackets adjusted ~3.4% to offset bracket creep, effective 1 March 2026 

Retirement fund contribution deduction limit increased from R350,000 to R430,000 per year 

Reimbursive travel rate updated to R4.95 per kilometre 

Accommodation fringe benefit abatement increased to R99,000 

Bursary and scholarship exemption thresholds increased for the first time since 2017 

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to: 

  • Understand and apply the fundamental principles of Payroll Building Blocks and cost centres 
  • Gain insights into Residence-Based Taxation and its implications 
  • Navigate the complexities of foreign income taxation and double taxation agreements 
  • Understand the taxation framework for non-resident trusts and transfer pricing 
  • Manage payroll allowances, advances, reimbursements, and subsistence allowances effectively 
  • Comprehend and apply share incentive schemes and fringe benefits taxation 
  • Define and apply terms and definitions widely used in Payroll Management 
  • Conduct accurate tax reconciliation for organisational tax payments 

Who should attend?

  • Payroll Managers and Administrators 
  • Human Resource Professionals 
  • Financial Managers and Accountants 
  • Tax Consultants and Advisors 
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs 
  • Any Professional Involved in Payroll and Tax Compliance 
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Training Methodology

Our diverse instructional approaches ensure effective learning:

– Lectures & Presentations: Engage with expert-driven, stimulating content.
– Course Material: Access well-crafted supporting resources.
– Group Work: Collaborate on discussions and case studies for practical insights.
– Workshops & Role-Play: Participate in immersive, scenario-based activities.
– Practical Application: Focus on applying theoretical knowledge in real situations.
– Post-Training Support: Receive extensive support after training for skill implementation.

Training Outline

Payroll and Taxation — Training Outline

Introduction to Payroll and Taxation
  • Overview of the South African taxation system
  • Key legislative changes and updates

Payroll Building Blocks
  • Understanding payroll cost centres
  • Remuneration structures and components

Residence-Based Taxation
  • Residence and its impact on taxation
  • Taxation of foreign income
  • Double taxation agreements and relief

Advanced Tax Concepts
  • Non-resident trusts taxation
  • Transfer pricing and thin capitalisation rules

Payroll Allowances and Reimbursements
  • Types of payroll allowances
  • Advances and reimbursements handling
  • Subsistence allowances and their tax implications

Share Incentive Schemes
  • Tax treatment of share incentives
  • Compliance and reporting requirements

Exempt Income and Deductions
  • Identification of exempt income sources
  • Tax-deductible deductions and how to apply them

Fringe Benefits and Payroll Management
  • Overview of fringe benefits taxation
  • Key terms, definitions, and rules

Tax Reconciliation
  • Techniques for reconciling tax payments
  • Best practices for ensuring compliance

Q&A and Practical Application
  • Addressing specific challenges faced by participants
  • Practical exercises and real-world scenarios

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FAQs – Payroll and Taxation Training

Master payroll and taxation practices to ensure accurate payroll processing, understand tax obligations, maintain compliance, manage deductions effectively, and strengthen payroll administration.

What topics are covered in the Payroll and Taxation Training?
The course covers payroll calculations, fringe benefits taxation, statutory remissions (PAYE, UIF, SDL), SARS compliance, eFiling and EMP201/EMP501 reconciliations, Two-Pot Retirement System administration, and payroll audit risk management.
Who should attend the Payroll and Taxation Training?
This training is ideal for payroll administrators, tax practitioners, HR specialists, finance managers, compensation analysts, and compliance officers responsible for payroll accuracy and tax statutory compliance.
How does this course cover statutory tax legislation and retirement changes?
Delegates gain practical experience in applying tax bracket thresholds, calculating allowance taxability, remitting statutory levies, and managing payroll implications of current retirement fund regulations, including vested and savings components.
How long is the Payroll and Taxation Training?
The programme is structured as a 2-Day Essentials masterclass focusing on core tax calculations and monthly return filings, or a 5-Day Comprehensive masterclass offering complete depth in complex taxation, audit readiness, and dispute resolution.
What practical tax and payroll skills will delegates acquire?
Delegates learn to perform manual tax test calculations, reconcile EMP201 and EMP501 returns, prepare IRP5/IT3(a) certificates, detect tax submission errors, and conduct internal payroll tax audits.
Can Prospen Africa deliver this course as customized in-house training?
Yes. Prospen Africa can customize the masterclass around your organization’s specific salary structure, tax directive workflows, company benefits schema, and internal payroll reporting systems.

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