About

Hello and welcome to The Payroll Pundit! I'm thrilled to introduce myself as your guide in the world of payroll. My name is Jaco van der Merwe, and I have been working in the payroll industry for over a decade. I created The Payroll Pundit to share my knowledge and connect with like-minded professionals who are passionate about payroll.

Throughout my career, I've developed expertise in several areas, such as mergers and acquisitions, system implementations, time and attendance, audit and compliance, and risk management. But what truly motivates me is the rhythm and flow of payroll. It's a routine process that's complex enough to keep things interesting, and its importance to any business cannot be overstated.

What sets me apart from others is my commitment to using technology to enhance the payroll value proposition. In my experience, the payroll department is a rich source of data that, when analyzed correctly, can help business leaders make data-driven decisions that will ensure the long-term success of the business. That's why staying current with the latest trends and developments in payroll is so important to me.

I approach problem-solving in payroll through root-cause analysis. By understanding specifically what changed, we are able to detect how the problem was created, which helps us improve our payroll process to avoid problems from reoccurring.

So, if you like to talk about anything payroll related, feel free to reach out. I would be delighted to assist you with any payroll-related questions or concerns you may have. As a seasoned professional in the payroll industry, I have the knowledge and expertise to help you navigate any issue.