My payroll does not look right — what should I check?
A payslip connects earnings, deductions and take-home pay. Changes in pay, benefits, employee details or the period worked can change the result. Start by identifying what changed and whether the supporting records are reliable.
Estimate salary tax and take-home pay
Use Sage’s external salary calculator for an estimate, then return here to explore what may explain a difference from your payslip.
This is a third-party estimate, not a payroll calculation or a SARS assessment. Check the tax year and assumptions. Actual results depend on pay history, benefits, deductions and personal circumstances. The calculator does not establish the full cost of employing someone. Sage’s own terms and privacy notice apply.
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