Payroll Specialist
Accounting & Tax | Cape Town (remote) | Full-time
Govchain is building a better way for small businesses to handle compliance and admin tasks. We're a growing, tech-focused company that makes business processes easier with smart software. As a Payroll Specialist, you'll manage payroll for small business clients and work with our tech team to improve software that makes payroll simpler and more efficient.
When someone with an idea wants to turn that idea into a formal business, they need to overcome a bunch of paperwork. Reducing bureaucratic friction would see more new ideas make it to the formal economy.
We’re excited about the possibility of creating bootable companies. A company that can be spun up in an instant and stay compliant with local regulations. All administrative regulatory burden abstracted from the user.
Our mission is to reduce the complexity of starting a company to a single click. And we’d like your help.
What you'll be doing
- Process and manage payroll for a portfolio of small business clients, ensuring accurate calculations, timely payments, and compliance with South African regulations.
- Handle monthly payroll submissions, including PAYE, UIF, and other deductions.
- Be the go-to expert for customers, addressing payroll queries and offering proactive advice on payroll processes and compliance.
- Work closely with our software developers to identify pain points in payroll processes and contribute ideas for automation and system improvements.
- Test and provide feedback on new payroll features, ensuring they align with real-world client needs.
What you should have
- 2+ years of proven experience as a Payroll Specialist, Payroll Administrator, or in a similar role.
- Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g. Sage, SimplePay) and a strong understanding of South African tax and labor laws.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work collaboratively with non-payroll professionals, especially software developers.
- Comfortable in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment with changing priorities.
Why Govchain?
- Competitive Salary and Growth Opportunities: We offer a competitive salary that reflects your expertise and contributions, along with plenty of opportunities to grow within the company. As Govchain expands, so can your role and career.
- Be Part of an Innovative Team: Work with a dynamic, forward-thinking team that’s reshaping how small businesses manage their admin and compliance tasks.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: We know life isn’t one-size-fits-all. Enjoy flexibility in how and where you work, so you can stay productive while keeping life balanced.
- Supportive Culture: Join a workplace where innovation, teamwork, and initiative are celebrated, and where your ideas can make a real impact.
- Flexible Vacations and Holidays: We understand the importance of rest and work-life balance. Take time off when you need it, whether it’s for a holiday, family commitment, or just to recharge.
