Payroll Administrator

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible remote work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a precise and reliable Payroll Administrator to manage payroll processes remotely for our client in South Africa. You will ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while complying with SA tax regulations and labor laws.

Key duties include processing bi-weekly or monthly payroll, maintaining employee records, handling reimbursements, and responding to payroll inquiries. The role offers flexible remote work and opportunities for professional development in payroll

Qualifications

• 2+ years of payroll processing experience.
• Solid understanding of SA payroll regulations (PAYE, UIF, SDL) and labor laws.
• Proficiency with payroll software such as VIP Payroll or Sage and MS Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for all employees accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, deductions, and labor laws.
• Maintain and update employee payroll records (new hires, terminations, changes).
• Process employee expense reimbursements and other payroll-related payments.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and payslips.
• Liaise with HR and finance to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Payroll Administration certificate

Tools

VIP Payroll

Sage

MS Excel

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a precise and reliable Payroll Administrator to manage their payroll processes remotely. This role is critical for ensuring all employees are paid accurately and on time, in compliance with all relevant labor laws and tax regulations. You will be responsible for processing payroll data, managing employee records, and addressing any payroll-related queries. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional attention to detail, a strong understanding of payroll systems, and a commitment to confidentiality. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional to work flexibly from home while ensuring the smooth and compliant functioning of a vital HR process.

Key Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly or monthly payroll for all employees accurately and efficiently.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant tax regulations, deductions, and labor laws.
• Manage and maintain employee payroll records, including new hires, terminations, and changes.
• Process employee expense reimbursements and other payroll-related payments.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll, deductions, and payslips.
• Liaise with HR and finance departments to ensure data accuracy and resolve discrepancies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; a certificate in Payroll Administration or related field is advantageous.
• 2+ years of experience in payroll processing and administration.
• Proficiency with payroll software (e.g., VIP Payroll, Sage) and MS Excel.
• Solid understanding of South African payroll regulations, tax laws (PAYE, UIF, SDL), and labor laws.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Flexible, remote work arrangement.
• Contribution to medical aid and provident fund.
• Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development in payroll management.
• Supportive virtual work environment focused on accuracy and efficiency.