Vatco Consulting Services
Stress-Free Payroll Services for Your Team | Get Started now
We manage salaries, payslips, and compliance filings — so you can focus on growing your business while staying fully SARS-compliant.
Providing Quality Services
with Experienced Consultants
1. Schedule A Consultation
Visit our website and schedule a consultation with one of our experienced accountants.
2. Discuss Your Financial Goals
Our team will sit down with you to discuss your financial needs and goals, and develop a customized plan to achieve them.
3. Watch Your Business Thrive
We’ll work with you to implement the plan and ensure that your business is thriving financially.
Contact us at the Vatco nearest to you or submit a business inquiry below.
What Are Payroll Services?
Payroll services involve managing employee salaries, calculating deductions, filing required tax submissions, and generating payslips. This includes registering with SARS, handling PAYE, UIF, and SDL, and ensuring compliance with all labour and tax laws.
Vatco provides full-service payroll support for businesses of all sizes, ensuring your employees are paid accurately and on time while keeping your business compliant.
What’s Included in Our Payroll Service?
✅ Payroll calculations and payslip generation
✅ Monthly PAYE, UIF, and SDL calculations
✅ EMP201 submissions to SARS
✅ EMP501 reconciliations and IRP5s for staff
✅ SARS registration for payroll taxes (PAYE/UIF/SDL)
✅ Submission calendar and compliance tracking
✅ Year-end EMP501 reconciliation support
Why Payroll Services Matter
⏰ Save Time: Avoid complex calculations and time-consuming submissions.
🧾 Stay Compliant: Avoid penalties from late or incorrect filings with SARS.
💼 Improve Accuracy: Reduce payroll errors that lead to staff frustration or audit issues.
🔒 Ensure Confidentiality: Sensitive salary info is handled securely and professionally.
Who Needs This Service?
Small to medium-sized businesses with employees
Employers outsourcing admin tasks
Businesses required to submit monthly EMP201s
Companies that need compliant payroll records for audit or HR purposes
Step-by-Step: How Vatco Handles Your Payroll
Setup & Registration: We register your business for PAYE, UIF, and SDL if not already done.
Employee Onboarding: We collect staff info and create individual payroll profiles.
Monthly Processing: Salaries, deductions, benefits, and taxes are calculated and recorded.
Submission to SARS: We file EMP201s and prepare monthly reports.
Year-End Reconciliation: We submit EMP501 and IRP5s to SARS and assist with verification.
What Documents Are Required?
Employee details and salary structure
Existing SARS registration info (PAYE/UIF/SDL)
Previous payroll records (if migrating)
Company banking details
🔗 Related Services
📄 Trusted Sources
Learn more
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs: Payroll Services
What is a payroll service?
Payroll service providers manage all aspects of paying employees — from salary calculations to tax submissions and compliance.
What is an example of a payroll?
Payroll includes gross salary, deductions (PAYE, UIF, SDL), net pay, and employer contributions — all documented per employee.
Is payroll included in HR?
In some companies, yes — but it’s often outsourced separately due to legal and financial responsibilities.
What is HR and payroll services?
It refers to managing staff contracts, benefits, and salaries, including tax deductions and submissions to SARS.
How to prepare a payroll?
You calculate gross salary, subtract statutory deductions, and generate payslips. You then file the EMP201 return and pay SARS.
Can I do payroll in Excel?
Yes, but it becomes risky and inefficient as your business grows. Automation or professional services are safer and more accurate.
Do accountants do payroll?
Yes. Many accountants or payroll specialists handle payroll functions, including SARS submissions and staff reconciliations.
How long does it take to process payroll?
Typically 1–3 days depending on the number of employees and payroll complexity.
