Payroll Specialist

One of our clients is currently looking to recruit an Payroll Specialist to join their team. 

Responsibilities:

• Effectively coordinate and perform the payroll function, ensuring all standard guidelines are documented. 
• Ensure payments are made in line with legal requirements and established company work conditions
• Maintain accurate and up to date records on employee employment and payroll information.
• Assist employees and management in adherence to HR policies and procedures and payroll deadlines
• Ensure payroll and other required reporting is processed in a timely and accurate manner.
• The compilation of HR and payroll related reports including KPI's and reconciliations
• Compiling and analysing statistical reports required by senior management and external entities
• Ensure a good working relationship is maintained between the team and the wider organisation
• Ensure that all employees enjoy an excellent working experience.
• Ensure that confidentiality is maintained at all times in regards to employee information.
• Keep updated in relation to any changes in employment legislation and suggest measures to address any gaps with regards to current practices.
• Other duties as required by HR management.  

Education and experience:

• A minimum of two years previous local experience in a similar environment 
• A relevant qualification in HR or Finance
• Previous knowledge of HR databases
• Previous experience in the use of Dakar software
• A sound understanding of employment and related legislation

Skills:

• Good communication skills
• Proactive
• Organised and analytical
• Able to work effectively to tight deadlines

Reference:  RF534