BCEA calculations & payroll deductions: getting the difficult parts right

Date

Thursday, 15 October 2026

Duration

10:00 - 12:30

Cost

R1050.00

Most Employers have established payroll processes, but certain calculations and deductions continue to cause uncertainty. This practical webinar focuses on these commonly misunderstood areas, helping Employers ensure accurate, compliant and cost-effective payroll practices while avoiding both underpayments and unnecessary overpayments.

Course Outcomes

Understand what must be included when calculating leave, notice and severance pay.
Understand how variable remuneration affects statutory calculations.
Calculate leave pay and termination payments correctly.
Understand the legal requirements applicable to payroll deductions.
Know when the 25% deduction limit applies.
Understand how to deal with deductions from final pay.
Avoid common calculation and deduction errors that create compliance risks.

Questions we will answer

What must be included when calculating leave pay?
How should variable pay such as commission, overtime and shift allowances be treated?
Is leave taken during employment calculated differently from leave paid out on termination?
What must be included when calculating notice pay?
How is statutory severance pay calculated?
When may an Employer deduct losses or damages from an employee’s pay?
When is written consent required for a deduction?
When does the 25% deduction limit apply?
Can loans, overpayments or unserved notice be deducted from final pay?
Can lawful deductions result in a zero final payout?

Who should do this course

Payroll practitioners, HR practitioners, Finance teams, Managers responsible for payroll and business owners.

Course Registration

Once registered, a Teams invite will be sent to the designated contact person, along with the generated invoice.