Senior Payroll Officer, Finance Division

2 weeks ago

Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa The Competition Commission Full time

The Competition Commission seeks a strong
Senior Payroll Officer to join our dynamic team in the Finance Division; providing expertise on the accurate administration and review of the end-to-end payroll function, maintenance of records and related reporting.


A starting annual total cost to company package of R ,04

(Negotiable commensurate with experience)

Please note that the position is available on a five-year fixed term contract, renewable.

Skills and Experience

We are looking for a dynamic, hardworking and a committed individual who meets the following requirements:

  • A completed Bachelor of Commerce Accounting or completed related equivalent qualification.
  • A minimum of 8 years Payroll processing experience; which includes 2 years of clerical accounting/tax experience; or equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  • Minimum 3 years benefits administration experience.
  • Advanced knowledge of Payroll principles, practices and procedures.
  • Advanced knowledge of various Payroll software
  • Knowledge of applicable payroll related tax regulations, legislation and guidelines including, but not limited to garnishment, benefits distribution etc.
  • Advanced knowledge of basic accounting practices and procedures, practice methods and techniques of process improvement.

Other considerations/knowledge requirement

  • Strong research and data analytical skills using high volumes of data from different sources.
  • Computer literacy in all MS Office packages with advanced Excel skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Exceptional mathematical, financial and detailed calculation skills
  • Flexibility to work overtime and/or irregular hours.

Language Skills:
Ability to read, analyse, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

High Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Key Accountabilities

The main responsibilities of the incumbent will, inter alia, include:

  • Reviews, analyzes and verifies payroll reports and documents for accuracy; makes necessary adjustments or corrections through journal entries or other established procedures.
  • Analyzes and responds to complex matters requiring comprehensive knowledge of payroll policies and procedures; authorizes exceptions to the policy within defined limits.
  • Researches and interprets a variety of complex technical information in response to inquiries
  • Adhere new rules and regulations, policies and procedures, and contractual obligations
  • Authorizes, reviews and/or enters payroll transactions and related data; completes appropriate forms to adjust wage/salary account funds or to correct/balance a special situation.
  • Process salary payments for all staff using the Payroll system, ensuring accurate information is reflected on Payslips on due date; review and approve loaded new staff beneficiaries on the system and check updated employee details, as required; administer 3rd party payments according to stipulated procedures; review and approve processed overtime calculations and ensure payments based on authorised documentation received, where applicable; conduct payroll runs, verifying accuracy of information against General Ledger before sending the EFT file to the bank for payment; oversee multiple administrative tasks related to the Payroll e.g. filing, faxing, scanning, creating and maintaining templates & documents in order to maintain accurate information.
  • Performing salary reconciliations by checking payroll figures against financial reports monthly; conduct reconciliations of statutory deductions such as SITE; PAYE; Medical Aid; Group Life and Pension checking the accuracy of figures reflected; prepare monthly financial reports on Payroll figures, using stipulated reporting formats and providing explanations on variances identified; prepare Management Information reports as requested, reflecting accurate information for decision making.
  • Provide technical support to employees and management with regards to payroll issues and queries; monitor correctness of payroll administration, such as overtime, etc., checking original documentation received against data from other sources.; adhere to applicable procedures and legislation, report deviations and implement control measures when the need is identified; and provide the accepted level of quality when dealing with payroll queries as per relevant SLA's
  • Conduct preliminary calcu

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