UK Payroll Administrator / Bookkeeper – Remote – Based Anywhere in SA Our client is seeking a detail-oriented and knowledgeable UK Payroll Specialist with Bookkeeping experience to join their growing finance team.
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Process accurate and timely end-to-end UK payroll for weekly/monthly employees
Administer all statutory deductions including PAYE, National Insurance, Student Loans, and Pension Contributions
Manage and process Starters and Leavers including P45/P46 and P60s
Ensure accurate submission of Real Time Information (RTI) to HMRC
Administer Auto-Enrolment pensions and liaise with pension providers
Manage SMP, SSP, SPP, and other statutory payments in line with UK regulations
Maintain and update employee payroll records in compliance with GDPR
Perform monthly reconciliations of payroll reports and liaise with finance
Ensure timely payments to employees, HMRC, and third-party providers
Respond to internal and external payroll queries professionally and efficiently
Assist with year-end payroll processes, including issuing of P60s and P11Ds
Keep up to date with changes in UK payroll legislation and implement accordingly
Support audits, compliance checks, and internal reporting requests
Requirements
Minimum 3–5 years of UK payroll experience (essential)
Experience running a portfolio of payrolls concurrently with large staff complements (80+) is essential
Solid knowledge of UK payroll legislation, including HMRC regulations, RTI, and Auto-Enrolment
Experience with payroll systems such as Sage Payroll, ADP, Iris, BrightPay, SimplePay or similar
Experience on Xero and Quickbooks preferred
Exceptional attention to detail and high level of accuracy
Ability to handle confidential data with discretion
Strong organisational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Due to the high volume of applications received, only suitable candidates who meet the criteria of this vacancy will be contacted.