Magareng Local Municipality is pleased to announce a compelling opportunity for the position of Salary and Payroll Officer. This role represents a pivotal opportunity to enhance the efficiency of payroll management within the municipality’s dynamic environment. As a Salary an Payroll OFFICER, the successful candidate will assume a crucial responsibility in ensuring the accuracy and timeliness of payroll processing.
This contribution directly supports Magareng Local Municipality’s dedication to fiscal responsibility and employee satisfaction.
Magareng Local Municipality Salary and Payroll Officer Position Overview:
- Vacant Position: Salary and Payroll Officer
- Location: Magareng Local Municipality, Warrenton
- Position Type: Permanent
- Salary: R228,300 per annum (Post Level: 9)
Minimum Requirements
- National Diploma / Degree in Accounting, Finance, Auditing, or Cost and Management
- Minimum 2 years of experience in Local Government, Public Service Sector, or Private Sector
- Valid driver’s licence
- No criminal record
- Profound understanding of Payroll and HR Administration
- Familiarity with National Treasury Circulars and implementation of relevant Collective Agreements
Competencies
- Precision: Ensure that every aspect of payroll processing is handled with meticulous accuracy.
- Documentation: Maintain comprehensive and organized records of all payroll transactions and employee data.
- Quality Control: Implement and adhere to robust quality control processes to minimize mistakes and improve overall payroll accuracy.
- Software Knowledge: Demonstrate a strong command of industry-standard payroll software such as VIP Payroll, Sage, or similar systems.
- System Management: Efficiently manage and navigate the payroll software to input data, run payroll cycles, generate reports, and handle complex payroll tasks.
Key Performance Areas
- Accuracy and Integrity: Ensure that all payroll data entered into the system is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with organizational policies and legal requirements.
- System Updates: Regularly update the payroll system to reflect changes in employee status, such as new hires, terminations, promotions, and salary adjustments.
- Data Security: Implement and adhere to stringent data security measures to protect sensitive payroll information from unauthorized access or breaches.
- Overtime Management: Accurately calculate and process overtime payments based on employee timesheets and attendance records.
- Salary Adjustments: Manage and process salary increases, ensuring they are applied correctly and reflected in the payroll system. This includes adjusting for annual raises, merit-based increases, and other salary adjustments as approved by management.
- Allowance Processing: Calculate and disburse various allowances such as standby, housing, and shift/night out allowances in accordance with the SALGBC collective agreement.
Application Details
- Magareng Local Municipality is an Equal Opportunity Employer, adhering to equity employment requirements and its EE Plan.
- Only applications received by the closing date (30 July 2024) will be considered.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo security vetting, verification of qualifications, criminal record checks, employment history/reference checks, and disclosure of interest.
- Applicants must submit:
- Detailed CV
- Certified copies of academic qualifications
- Certified copy of ID and driver’s licence (not older than 3 months)
- Eligible candidates must send their applications, including a comprehensive CV, certified copies of academic certificates, ID document, and driver’s licence (certified copies not older than 3 months), to the Human Resource Manager at P.O. Box 10 Warrenton Northern Cape 8530.
Additional Information
- Written communication will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates. If no communication is received within three (3) months after the closing date, consider the application unsuccessful.
- The municipality reserves the right to appoint or decline any candidate.
Contact Information
For enquiries, contact Mr Oregolele Mokwa (HR Manager) at 053 497 3111 during office hours (07:30 – 16:00).
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The opportunity to join Magareng Local Municipality as a Salary and Payroll Officer presents a dynamic role within a supportive environment dedicated to equity and professional growth. Prospective applicants who meet the specified qualifications and competencies are encouraged to apply expeditiously, ensuring timely submission of all required documentation by the stipulated deadline.
This position requires not only technical proficiency in payroll and HR administration but also values traits such as meticulous attention to detail, self-reliance, and adept communication skills.
