Remote Payroll Specialist - SA Tax & Compliance Pro

Placements24; Willows (CA); Remote; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to manage remote payroll operations for a growing national client. You will ensure accurate bi-weekly or monthly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with SA tax laws and BCEA/LRA requirements.

Applicants should have 3+ years of payroll experience, familiarity with Sage VIP, Payslip, and EasyPay, and strong Excel skills. This role offers a remote-first setup with opportunities for professional development within the finance team.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Payroll Administration, Accounting, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of payroll processing and administration experience.
• Proficiency with payroll software (Sage VIP, Payslip, EasyPay) and Microsoft Excel.
• Thorough understanding of South African payroll legislation, including BCEA, LRA, and tax laws.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for all employees accurately and on time.
• Manage payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, and deductions.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll tax laws and regulations.
• Prepare and submit payroll tax filings and reports.
• Administer employee benefits related to payroll, such as UIF, SDL, and pension contributions.
• Handle payroll inquiries from employees and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date payroll records and documentation.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance departments on payroll-related matters.
• Perform regular audits of payroll data to ensure accuracy and identify potential issues.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll legislation and update payroll processes accordingly.
• Generate various payroll reports for management review.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

Payroll Administration qualification

Tools

Sage VIP

Payslip

EasyPay

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Payroll Specialist to manage remote payroll operations for a growing national client. You will ensure accurate bi-weekly or monthly payroll, maintain records, and ensure compliance with SA tax laws and BCEA/LRA requirements.

Applicants should have 3+ years of payroll experience, familiarity with Sage VIP, Payslip, and EasyPay, and strong Excel skills. This role offers a remote-first setup with opportunities for professional development within the finance team.