Payroll Supervisor

  • Finance
  • Full time
  • North West
  • 4 hour(s) ago

Job Overview

Date Posted:
Posted 4 hour(s) ago
Experience:
5 years
Salary:
Undisclosed
Location:
North West
Expiration date:
02/26/2026

POSITION SUMMARY
To ensure the timely and accurate processing of all payrolls through the effective supervision of the Payroll Team.  This includes all auxiliary payroll actions, e.g. accurate payments to all Statutory Boards. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

RESPONSIBILITES

1. Prepare and process monthly payroll and its auxiliary actions.

2. Supervise the Payroll Team, which includes but not limited to, processing of fortnightly payroll and its auxiliary actions, proper delegation and promotion of teamwork; team training and development and performance management.

3. Ensure proper analyses of the payrolls made by the different units and prepare monthly gross salaries reconciliation for submission with payroll summaries and reports for approval.

4. Regularly review the payroll system to ensure continued compliance with policies and local law and ensure appropriate controls are in place.

5. Review the payroll processes and procedures to ensure optimization, as well as prepare proposals for improvements where required, and ensure successful implementation. 

6. Provide all payroll entries for entry into the General Ledger.

7. Prepare vouchers and computerized statements of net wages.

8. Ensure timely submissions of all statutory deductions to the relevant authorities.

9. Prepare monthly PAYE reconciliation for annual TD4 preparation for all employees.

10. Prepare annual TD4s for all employees and submit the Summary Report to the Board of Inland Revenue (BIR).

11. Prepare annual salary reports of monthly paid employees for HR for annual salary reviews.

12. Collate salary information for compensation surveys when required.

13. Assist employees with payroll and statutory deduction queries as required.

14. Prepares periodic / ad hoc reports as required.

15. Prepare monthly vacation accrual report.

16. Execute all relevant responsibilities as outlined in the Roles, Responsibilities and Authorities Matrix (MT-GM-004) to ensure compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS).

17. Perform any other related duties that may be assigned.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

A minimum of 5 O’Level / CSEC passes including Mathematics and English Language (I & II)

Tertiary level Diploma / Certificate in Accounting or any other related discipline e.g. CAT  

EXPERIENCE

A minimum of five (5) years’ experience in Payroll Administration, Accounting or other similar function with at least two (2) in a Supervisory role.

Demonstrated knowledge of National Insurance Scheme, PAYE and Health Surcharge.

Working knowledge of a payroll software.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Strong written / verbal communication

Strong interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Proactive 

Report Writing

Analytical

Attention to detail / accuracy

Relationship building

Initiative

Confidential

Ability to lead & influence

Conflict resolution

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Problem solving / solution-oriented

Planning, organization, time management

Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment

Ability to handle customer complaints in a positive manner

Professional

Innovative

CONTACTS

All team members

Internal Auditors

External Auditors

External Contractors

        Suppliers

WORKING CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENT

Extensive sitting & repetitive motions

Extensive use of computers

Occasional exposure to dusty environment

        May work extended or unusual hours

Minimal lifting

Occasional exposure to noise

PERSON PROFILE

A model of leadership through actions and behaviours; taking responsibility for the development of one’s team

Operates with honesty and integrity, demonstrating high ethical and professional standards 

Generates trust and credibility in interactions with fellow team members, customers, suppliers, government agencies and the community

Is respectful and fosters sincere collaboration

Makes appropriate and reliable decisions 

Is determined in the face of challenges

Has a passion for excellence

Customer Service oriented

Is innovative, challenges the status quo and aims to add value to the Company’s operations

A team player