The Payroll Authors Group of South Africa (PAGSA) has expressed concern about recent reports that indicate that the implementation of the new tax harmonisation and preservation rules for retirement funds may be once again postponed.
12 February 2016
Any business can benefit from putting appropriate HR systems, processes and policies in place. Even if you employ just three or five people, they are the pillars on which you will build your future success.
2 November 2015
When a company hires you, it should give you a fair and understandable employment contract that sets out the terms and conditions of your employment, which can be something as simple as a one-page letter or a formal document that outlines these terms and conditions in extensive detail.
29 October 2015
If you are one of the lucky people to get a bonus or 13th cheque, be prepared: your joy could be tempered by the big chunk of income tax that the South African Revenue Service (SARS) will grab from your bonus.
28 October 2015
Sage Pastel Payroll & HR has launched the new Partner Payroll Advantage software solution to give growing businesses a more flexible and efficient way to process and manage their HR and payroll transactions.
12 August 2015
When you start a business of your own, you'll find time is short, resources are scarce, and work is plentiful. Here are some ideas about where you should spend your time and energy when you have so many tasks and priorities to contend with.
21 July 2015
Is it unfair to pay two different employees a different wage or remuneration for the same work? It may seem like an obvious YES, but the answer is actually no.
15 July 2015
Starting and growing your own business is an exciting and challenging undertaking.
23 June 2015
An effective, flexible and understandable employment contract is the basis of a good employee-employer relationship. Sage Pastel looks at the basics of creating a sound employment contract.
23 June 2015
By starting a business, you're helping to create jobs, contributing towards skills development, and even inspiring other entrepreneurs.
25 May 2015