Payroll Accountant

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24, a client in the manufacturing sector, seeks a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant for a fully remote role servicing employees in New Zealand. You will manage the complete payroll cycle, ensure compliance with tax and labor laws, and protect payroll data with discretion.

Experience with VIP or Sage Payroll is essential. You will handle data updates for hires/terminations, calculate deductions, and prepare statutory reports while coordinating with HR and finance teams to maintain

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years payroll processing experience.
• Knowledge of payroll legislation and tax in NZ (as applicable).
• Proficiency with VIP Payroll, Sage Payroll, and Excel.
• Strong accounting principles and data accuracy.
• Confidential handling of payroll information.
• Ability to work remotely with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately for all employees.
• Manage employee data: new hires, terminations, and changes in pay or deductions.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, tax regulations and company policies.
• Calculate and process deductions (PAYE, UIF-equivalent, pension).
• Prepare and submit statutory payroll reports to government bodies.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate with HR/Finance to ensure data accuracy.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and data security.
• Process ad-hoc payments, bonuses, and adjustments as required.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation and best practices.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data confidentiality

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication

Independent work

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage Payroll

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role Our client, a rapidly expanding manufacturing company with operations across Queenstown, Eastern Cape , is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Accountant. This role is critical for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, while maintaining compliance with labor laws and tax regulations. The Payroll Accountant will manage all aspects of the payroll cycle, from data entry to final disbursement and reporting. We are looking for an individual with expertise in payroll processing, a strong understanding of payroll tax legislation, and a commitment to confidentiality and accuracy. This is a fully remote position, offering significant flexibility to manage your work from home effectively. It's an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing organization and ensure that its most valuable asset—its employees—are compensated correctly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly payroll accurately and in a timely manner for all employees.
• Manage employee data, including new hires, terminations, and changes in pay rates or deductions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Calculate and process payroll deductions, including UIF, PAYE, and pension contributions.
• Prepare and submit statutory payroll reports to relevant government agencies.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
• Liaise with HR and finance departments to ensure accurate payroll data.
• Maintain confidential payroll records and ensure data security.
• Process ad-hoc payments, bonuses, and adjustments as required.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll legislation and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll processing and administration.
• In-depth knowledge of South African payroll legislation and tax laws.
• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage Payroll) and MS Excel.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles as they relate to payroll.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication skills.

Benefits

This fully remote role offers a competitive salary and the significant benefit of working from home, providing excellent work-life balance. Our client provides opportunities for professional development and training in payroll management. Join a supportive team environment and contribute to a company committed to fair and accurate compensation for its employees. While remote, you will be integrated into the company's communication channels and virtual team activities. This is an excellent chance to advance your career in payroll management with a growing company.