Certified Payroll Administrator

The Legends Agency; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent payroll services firm is seeking a Certified Payroll Administrator to manage payroll operations for field employees in South Africa. The successful candidate will ensure compliance, perform accurate payroll reporting, and support audits. This remote role offers a salary range of R30,000 - R35,000/month, with a requirement to work PST hours. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of payroll experience, especially in certified payroll projects, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, specifically in certified payroll.
• Experience with US-based companies in construction or utilities sectors.
• Proficient in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Compile and reconcile payroll data for field employees.
• Process and submit certified payroll reports on time.
• Ensure compliance with wage and hour regulations.

Skills

Payroll experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Proficiency in payroll software

Job description

About the job Certified Payroll Administrator

Certified Payroll Administrator
Support a Growing Construction Business Work PST Hours from Home!
Accounting | R30,000 - R35,000/month | Remote (South Africa)

About Our Client
Our client is a fast-growing player in the construction and utilities sector, known for its commitment to compliance, operational precision, and high standards of service delivery. With a strong footprint in the US market, the company offers a dynamic and remote working environment that supports excellence, reliability, and continuous improvement.

The Role: Certified Payroll Administrator
This role is central to ensuring the accuracy and compliance of payroll operations for field employees working on public and private infrastructure projects. You'll handle certified payroll reporting, prevailing wage compliance, and regulatory submissions. Working remotely from South Africa, you'll play a vital role in maintaining payroll integrity, supporting audits, and enabling the business to meet its operational obligations on time, every time.

Key Responsibilities

• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, with a strong focus on certified payroll and prevailing wage compliance
• Compile and reconcile payroll data for field employees with precision and accuracy
• Process and submit certified payroll and prevailing wage reports to meet state and federal deadlines
• Maintain detailed and accurate payroll records and ensure full audit readiness
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour regulations
• Address certified payroll and labour compliance queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with internal teams, subcontractors, and management to resolve payroll discrepancies
• Support audits by preparing and submitting required documentation promptly
• Contribute to additional payroll tasks and compliance projects as required

About You

• At least 5 years of payroll experience, specifically in certified payroll and prevailing wage projects
• Experience with US-based companies, ideally in the construction or utilities sectors
• Familiar with union payroll processes (desirable)
• Proficient in payroll software, labour compliance platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy; organized and methodical
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with a clear, professional tone
• Able to work independently, take initiative, and manage tasks with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working PST business hours from South Africa
• Clear English with no accent preferred for professional client communication