Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Accurately prepare, process, and maintain payroll information on schedule.

• Review employee details, including hours worked, deductions, and related payroll information.

• Identify and resolve discrepancies or missing information prior to payroll finalization.

• Keep accurate payroll records and maintain supporting documentation.

• Handle payroll information with confidentiality and professionalism.

• Manage employee payroll records and administrative documentation.

• Assist with employee reimbursements, PTO balances, benefits information, and payroll deductions.

• Support the administration of health insurance benefits and 401(k) contributions as needed.

• Verify payroll data, investigate inconsistencies, and escalate issues when required.

• Quickly learn the client’s payroll systems, tools, and internal processes.

• Adapt to new software and workflows with minimal supervision.

• Follow established procedures while identifying opportunities for efficiency improvements.

• Communicate effectively with employees and stakeholders regarding payroll and administrative issues.

• Provide updates, highlight potential issues, and collaborate with the broader team.

• Accurately, efficiently, and timely complete payroll and administrative tasks.

⛳️ Requirements

• Previous experience in payroll processing or payroll administration is essential.

• Prior administrative experience is required.

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy is necessary.

• Strong computer literacy and confidence in using digital systems are vital.

• Ability to quickly learn new software, processes, and responsibilities.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills are essential.

• Clear, confident, and professional communication with employees and stakeholders is required.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills are necessary.

• Ability to work swiftly and efficiently without sacrificing accuracy.

• A strong work ethic, reliability, and accountability are crucial.

• Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information responsibly is required.

• Comfort in working independently and meeting deadlines in a remote setting is essential.

• Preferred: intelligent, quick-thinking, and a fast learner; highly detail-oriented and methodical; hardworking, dependable, and proactive; efficient in a fast-paced environment; confident communicator; positive, adaptable, and open to feedback; takes ownership of work and follows through.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company contributions.

• Flexible work arrangements and remote work opportunities.

• Professional development and training opportunities.

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.