Payroll Administrator

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🌍 Remote📍 South Africa📍 TELECOMMUTE

About this role

Role overview

Remote Recruitment is hiring a Payroll Administrator to join a growing UK employer, working fully remotely from South Africa. You'll own the accurate, on-time running of payroll for a busy team, keeping records tidy and answering pay queries with care. This is a great fit if you enjoy detail, deadlines and being the person people trust to get the numbers right.

Key responsibilities

  • Process monthly and weekly payroll runs accurately and on schedule
  • Maintain employee pay records, tax details and leave balances
  • Handle starter, leaver and change-of-detail updates
  • Answer payroll queries from staff clearly and promptly
  • Reconcile payroll reports and flag any discrepancies
  • Support month-end reporting and compliance checks

What you'll need

  • Experience with payroll processing or a similar finance/admin role
  • Familiarity with payroll software and spreadsheets
  • Strong attention to detail and comfort with numbers
  • Clear written and spoken English
  • A reliable home internet connection and quiet workspace

What's on offer

A salary of R16,000–R22,000 per month, working hours of 09:00–17:00 UK time (11:00–19:00 SAST), and a stable, fully remote role with a supportive UK team. Remote Recruitment connects skilled South African professionals with UK employers who value their work and offer real long-term prospects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Payroll Administrator position at Remote Recruitment?
The salary for this Payroll Administrator role at Remote Recruitment is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Payroll Administrator job at Remote Recruitment remote?
Yes, this Payroll Administrator position at Remote Recruitment is remote, with team members based in South Africa, TELECOMMUTE. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
How do I apply for the Payroll Administrator position at Remote Recruitment?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to Remote Recruitment's official application portal hosted on workable where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Payroll Administrator job at Remote Recruitment posted?
This Payroll Administrator position at Remote Recruitment was posted on Jul 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Payroll Administrator
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