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Payroll Administrator

Remote Recruitment • Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa • South Africa


No Relocation

Posted: September 16, 2026

Job Description

Salary: R29 000 – R32 000 per month

Remote Recruitment is hiring a Payroll Administrator for our UK-based clients. This is a fully remote position offering South African professionals an excellent opportunity to work with leading UK employers from home. You will work UK business hours and join a supportive, fast-growing team.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process monthly payroll accurately and on time for multiple entities
  • Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements
  • Handle employee payroll queries and resolve discrepancies promptly
  • Prepare payroll reports and reconciliations for the finance team
  • Liaise with HR to update payroll for new starters, leavers and changes

Requirements

  • 2+ years of payroll administration experience
  • Familiarity with payroll software such as Sage, Xero or similar
  • Understanding of PAYE, National Insurance and statutory payments
  • High level of accuracy and discretion when handling sensitive data
  • Strong Excel skills for payroll reporting and reconciliations

What We Offer

  • 100% remote, UK business hours
  • Career growth and professional development

Remote Recruitment – connecting top South African talent with UK employers. Apply today.

Salary: R29 000 – R32 000 per monthRemote Recruitment is hiring a Payroll Administrator for our UK-based clients. This is a fully remote position offering South African professionals an excellent opportunity to work with leading UK employers from home....