Payroll Specialist

The Payroll Officer will be responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll. This role involves managing payroll functions in-relation to accuracy of attendance date, benefits, compensation and ensuring compliance with regulations while addressing employee queries related to the payroll.

Requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, HR or a related field.
  
• Linguistic skills: Fluent in English (Spoken & Written)
  
• Experience: 4-5 Years’ Experience in Payroll Processing & administration.
  
• Age: Between 35 – 40 Years
  
• Residency status: Preferably Ugandan National or holder of Certificate of Residence, but open to Expatriates
  

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for this employment opportunity, please follow the below process. Submit your CV/resume to jobs@graphicsystems-ea.com

Complete an online assessment by the deadline by following this link: 

https://app.testgorilla.com/s/sz1pq44k

Payroll Processing:

• Prepare and process payroll on a monthly basis.
  
• Ensure accuracy in calculating wages, bonuses, overtime, and deductions.
  

Record Keeping & Data Entry:

• Maintain up-to-date payroll records, including employee records, attendance records, new hire details, terminations and changes in employment statuses.
  
• Ensure all payroll transactions are recorded accurately.
  

Time & Attendance Tracking:

• Track employee attendance, hours worked and leave balances to ensure accurate payroll calculations.
  

Compliance:

• Stay informed about changes in payroll laws and regulations.
  
• Prepare reports on taxes and submit to Accounts/Finance for filing.
  

Reporting:

• Assist in the general payroll documentation and reports for management, internal/external purposes.
  
• Analyze payroll data for discrepancies and trends.
  

Employee Support:

• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll, including pay slips, deductions, and tax deductions.
  
• Provide information to management on payroll policies and procedures.
  

System Management:

• Assist in maintaining and upgrading payroll software and systems.
  
• Implement process improvements.
  

Collaboration:

• Work closely with the HR department to ensure smooth onboarding, off boarding processes including benefits enrollment.
  
• Manage payroll deductions related to benefits/compensations.
  
• Assist in resolving any audit findings related to payroll processes.
  

Training and Development:

• Support training for new employees on payroll processes and systems.
  
• Stay updated on best practices in payroll management and system enhancements.
  

Confidentiality:

• Ensure the confidentiality and security of payroll information and employee records.