Payroll Officer

Our client is looking for Payroll Officer

Responsibilities

Contributes to the Strategic Planning process for the Finance & Accounts Division; resulting in the annual Division’s Strategic Plan and Budget aligned to the Integrity Commission’s Strategic Plan. 

Annually updates individual Job Accountabilities and Performance Targets; ensuring alignment to the Integrity Commission’s Strategic Plan. 

Develops, in conjunction with the Chief Accountant, own Individual Development Plan (IDP) following the Performance Review as per the Performance Management System. 

Ensures the operation of an effective and efficient payroll system. 

Computes employees' salaries and related statutory deductions. 

Calculates employment separation payments as required. 

Communicates with employees re: payroll matters or queries relating to their salaries/entitlements. 

Ensures that advances and overpayment of salaries are promptly recovered.

Maintains and balance Salary Control Register for each payroll run. 

Checks and verifies that all statutory deductions and other authorized deductions are made and paid over promptly. 

Minimum Required Qualifications and Experience

ACCA Level 1 or CAT or AAT Certification (FINAL) or any equivalent accounting/management professional qualification plus at least one (1) year experience in Government Accounting. 

OR 

Associate Degree in Accounting or Business Administration from a recognised institution plus at least five (5) years’ experience in Government Accounting and Payroll.