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Payroll Officer
Reporting to: Payroll Manager
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and processing of the payroll in accordance with company policies, processes and procedures using the appropriate IT payroll systems.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare relevant payroll files for payment of salaries and wages in accordance with country legislation requirements
Process all payroll related transactions including overtime payments, advances, deductions, Loans, allowances, benefits and leave
Complete remittance and prepare requisitions and submit for authorization and payment (i.e. NSSF, PAYE, Gratuity, Unions etc.)
Assist with the gathering of supporting data and information for audits, payroll related reconciliations, and interfaces to ensure that all control accounts are reconciled to the general ledger balances on monthly basis
Drive coordination between payroll and relevant functions (i.e. HR, Kronos, Canepro, etc.) to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data
Prepare month-end journals, recons, and payroll related reporting e.g. expense claims, overtime, leave balances, head count, analytical review and month end report
Update issues register at month end and Create GL interfaces for the entity
Process staff reimbursements and advances and petty cash payments
Coordinate changes and updates to the payroll master file once approved
Update payroll master file with accurate information
Authorize, communicate and coordinate all parameter changes and updates to the payroll master
Maintenance/Payments of retirees (resignations, death and retirees)
Handle payroll queries/requests and escalate as required
Assist the Payroll Manager with day-to-day payroll task planning and special projects
Job Qualification and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
At least 1 year working experience in Accounting or Finance role
Prior experience in payroll duties will be an added advantage
Excellent communication skills
Creative, innovative and team working skills
Terms of Service
The successful candidate will be engaged on a Permanent Contract.
Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disability are highly encouraged to apply.
Reporting to: Payroll Manager
Job Purpose
The successful candidate will be responsible for the preparation and processing of the payroll in accordance with company policies, processes and procedures using the appropriate IT payroll systems.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare relevant payroll files for payment of salaries and wages in accordance with country legislation requirements
Process all payroll related transactions including overtime payments, advances, deductions, Loans, allowances, benefits and leave
Complete remittance and prepare requisitions and submit for authorization and payment (i.e. NSSF, PAYE, Gratuity, Unions etc.)
Assist with the gathering of supporting data and information for audits, payroll related reconciliations, and interfaces to ensure that all control accounts are reconciled to the general ledger balances on monthly basis
Drive coordination between payroll and relevant functions (i.e. HR, Kronos, Canepro, etc.) to ensure proper flow and maintenance of employee data
Prepare month-end journals, recons, and payroll related reporting e.g. expense claims, overtime, leave balances, head count, analytical review and month end report
Update issues register at month end and Create GL interfaces for the entity
Process staff reimbursements and advances and petty cash payments
Coordinate changes and updates to the payroll master file once approved
Update payroll master file with accurate information
Authorize, communicate and coordinate all parameter changes and updates to the payroll master
Maintenance/Payments of retirees (resignations, death and retirees)
Handle payroll queries/requests and escalate as required
Assist the Payroll Manager with day-to-day payroll task planning and special projects
Job Qualification and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance
At least 1 year working experience in Accounting or Finance role
Prior experience in payroll duties will be an added advantage
Excellent communication skills
Creative, innovative and team working skills
Terms of Service
The successful candidate will be engaged on a Permanent Contract.
Kilombero Sugar Company Limited is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people with disability are highly encouraged to apply.