Remote Payroll Specialist — Precise, Flexible & Benefits

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work flexibility

Medical and retirement benefits

Ongoing payroll/accounting training

Supportive remote culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly accurate Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll processes remotely for our client. The role focuses on timely, compliant payroll processing and data integrity in a fully remote setting.

You will handle employee data, statutory deductions, reconciliations to the general ledger, and respond to payroll inquiries while staying current with payroll legislation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 3–5 years of dedicated payroll processing experience.
• Proficiency with South African payroll software.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles as they relate to payroll.
• Excellent data management and remote-working communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process accurate and timely payroll for all employees using payroll software.
• Manage employee data, including new hires, terminations, and compensation changes.
• Calculate and process statutory deductions (UIF, PAYE, SDL).
• Reconcile payroll reports and ensure accurate postings to the general ledger.
• Stay updated on payroll legislation and ensure compliance.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll issues and discrepancies.

Skills

Payroll processing

Data management

Attention to detail

Communication

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

South African payroll software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly accurate Payroll Accountant to manage end-to-end payroll processes remotely for our client. The role focuses on timely, compliant payroll processing and data integrity in a fully remote setting.

You will handle employee data, statutory deductions, reconciliations to the general ledger, and respond to payroll inquiries while staying current with payroll legislation.