Payroll Admin Support

About the role

We are looking for a detail‑oriented Payroll Admin Support professional to join our remote team and help deliver accurate, timely payroll for our clients in the financial services sector. The role involves processing payroll cycles, handling employee queries and ensuring compliance with tax and statutory requirements while supporting HR and recruitment functions.

Key responsibilities

• Process weekly, bi‑weekly and monthly payrolls accurately and on schedule.
• Verify and input employee timesheets and maintain up‑to‑date payroll records.
• Respond to payroll‑related queries from employees, managers and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with tax regulations, pensions and other statutory obligations.
• Reconcile payroll discrepancies and assist with internal or external audits.
• Support HR and recruitment teams with onboarding, off‑boarding and related payroll documentation.
• Stay informed about changes in payroll legislation and best practices.

Required profile

• Junior‑level experience in payroll administration.
• Availability to work during Cape Town business hours.
• Familiarity with payroll processes in the recruitment or contractor sector is a plus.

Required skills

• Experience with payroll software such as Sage or ADP.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of tax codes, pensions and statutory compliance.

What we offer

• Supportive and dynamic remote team environment.
• Opportunities for career development and training.