Payroll Specialist

ReWorks Solutions

. Prepare, process and maintain payroll information accurately and on time .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • South AfricaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing and administration, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality while managing employee records and benefits. Proficient in adapting to new software and workflows, with strong communication and organizational skills to support payroll operations.

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Payroll ProcessingAttention To DetailConfidentiality ManagementOrganizational SkillsVerbal And Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Payroll AdministrationData ReviewRecord MaintenancePayroll SystemsEmployee ReimbursementsBenefits Administration401(k) ContributionsDigital Systems LiteracyEfficiency ImprovementDeadline Management

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicReliabilityAccountabilityAdaptabilityProfessional Communication

Industry Keywords

Payroll InformationEmployee RecordsAdministrative DocumentationPTO BalancesHealth Insurance BenefitsConfidential InformationStakeholder CommunicationRemote WorkFast LearnerMethodical Approach

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare, process and maintain payroll information accurately and on time
Review employee information, hours, deductions and related payroll details
Identify discrepancies or missing information and resolve them before payroll finalisation
Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation
Handle payroll information confidentially and professionally
Maintain employee payroll records and administrative documentation
Assist with employee reimbursements, PTO balances, benefits information and payroll deductions
Support administration of health insurance benefits and 401(k) contributions where required
Check payroll data, investigate inconsistencies and escalate issues when necessary
Learn the client’s payroll systems, tools and internal processes quickly
Adapt to new software and workflows with minimal supervision
Follow procedures and identify opportunities to improve efficiency
Communicate with employees and stakeholders regarding payroll and administrative matters
Provide updates, flag potential issues and collaborate with the wider team
Complete payroll and administrative tasks accurately, efficiently and within deadlines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Previous experience in payroll processing or payroll administration
Previous administrative experience
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
Strong computer literacy and confidence working with digital systems
Ability to learn new software, processes and responsibilities quickly
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
Clear, confident and professional communication with employees and stakeholders
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Ability to work quickly and efficiently without compromising accuracy
Strong work ethic, reliability and accountability
Ability to handle confidential employee and payroll information responsibly
Comfortable working independently and meeting deadlines in a remote environment
Preferred: intelligent, sharp and quick-thinking; fast learner; highly detail-oriented and methodical; hardworking, dependable and proactive; efficient at a fast pace; confident communicator; positive, adaptable and open to feedback; ownership of work and follow-through