Payroll Accountant

Placements24; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Flexible remote working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Supportive remote culture tied to Rand

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant to manage payroll processes remotely across the UK. You will oversee payroll calculations, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and maintain accurate records to ensure employees are paid on time.

The role requires 3+ years in payroll processing, a relevant degree, and proficiency with Sage VIP or PaySpace. A remote-first setup supports flexible working across Randburg and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or HR.
• 3+ years of payroll processing and accounting experience.
• Proficiency with payroll software (Sage VIP, PaySpace) and payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and timely filings.
• Manage employee data including new hires, terminations, and changes in status.
• Calculate and process deductions for benefits, garnishments, and other items.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Generate payroll reports for management and relevant departments.

Skills

Payroll processing

Confidential data handling

Remote/autonomous work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/HR

Tools

Sage VIP

PaySpace

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Accountant to manage their payroll processes effectively, working remotely. This crucial role ensures that all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with labor laws and company policies. You will oversee payroll calculations, tax withholdings, benefits deductions, and maintain precise payroll records. This position offers a significant opportunity for a payroll specialist to contribute to employee satisfaction and financial accuracy within a dynamic, remote-first organization, supporting operations across Randburg and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll accurately and efficiently for all employees.
• Ensure compliance with payroll tax regulations and timely submission of filings.
• Manage employee data, including new hires, terminations, and changes in status.
• Calculate and process deductions for benefits, garnishments, and other items.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Generate payroll reports for management and relevant departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Human Resources.
• 3+ years of experience in payroll processing and accounting.
• In-depth knowledge of payroll software (e.g., Sage VIP , PaySpace ) and relevant legislation.
• Strong understanding of payroll tax laws and deductions.
• Excellent data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential information and work autonomously remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Flexible remote working arrangements for maximum convenience.
• Professional development opportunities in payroll management.
• A supportive and inclusive remote work culture, connected to our Randburg operations.