Exciting Opportunity: Payroll Administrator / Bookkeeper (Remote – CPT Based)
Join a dynamic team at Pillangó Placements as a Payroll Administrator / Bookkeeper. This remote position, based in Cape Town, Western Cape, offers a chance to work with a dedicated finance team while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Key Responsibilities
- Accurate processing of payroll using Sage 300.
- Maintaining financial records and ledgers.
- Assisting with general bookkeeping tasks and finance administration.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations and standards.
- Preparing and submitting payroll reports and tax documentation.
Requirements
- Qualification: Relevant degree or qualification in Finance or Accounting.
- Experience: Proven experience in payroll processing and bookkeeping.
- Skills: Strong proficiency in Sage 300 and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail in financial processing.
- Communication: Effective communication skills for collaboration with team members and management.
💰 Salary Insight
Official Offer: R20,000 – R30,000 per month.
(Note: Salary figures are based on data provided by the recruiter and market estimates.)
🔮 3 Common Interview Questions for this Role
- “How do you ensure accuracy in payroll processing, especially when managing multiple payroll cycles?”
- “Can you describe your experience with Sage 300 and any challenges you faced while using it?”
- “What steps do you take to stay compliant with South African payroll regulations?”
Tips on Crafting a CV for this Role
- Highlight Software Skills: Emphasize your proficiency in Sage 300.
- Showcase Payroll Experience: Detail your experience with payroll processing and any relevant compliance knowledge.
- Quantify Achievements: Use numbers to demonstrate your impact in previous roles (e.g., error rates reduced, efficiency improvement).
Related Job Titles: Payroll Specialist, Finance Administrator, Bookkeeping Associate, Accounts Clerk.

