THE PARLIAMENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA JOB ALERT: PAYROLL CLERK (IRC6856)

FINANCE MANAGEMENT OFFICE

PAYROLL CLERK (IRC6856)

We offer a market and industry competitive total cost-to-company package.

The Parliament of the Republic of South Africa is a premier institution in the country given its status as the legislative authority of South Africa. It is the only institution that has the power to make laws for the country. Parliament is not just a building, it’s the heart of our democracy where the country’s representatives gather to discuss important issue affecting the people, pass laws meant to promote the public good and promote accountability and transparency in governance.
The two houses that make up Parliament, the National Assembly, and the National Council of Provinces, each with its own distinct role and functions set out in the Constitution, work together to oversee the promotion of the constitutional values of human dignity, equality, non-racialism and non-sexism, human rights, and freedom.

JOB SUMMARY

As the Payroll Clerk, you will be required to analyse, administer and maintain the payroll function and its activities as required by the Financial Management of Parliament and Provincial Legislatures Act (FMPPLA) and the relevant policies and procedures of Parliament.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

Payroll Administration and maintenance

Receive requests to update/change, analyse the requests to ensure authorisation
Analyse requests for Members’/Staff salary increases and implement requests
Process journal entries
Administer and ensure pay runs are executed without errors

Processing and payment of salaries/salary-related payments to third parties

After HR has completed their processing, submit the pay run
Review the pay run for completeness and check for errors
Run the ACB (Automated Clearing Bureau) report and Gross to Nett Summary report
Prepare final payroll
Prepare and email third party schedules pension, medial aid, insurance, etc.
Prepare payment vouchers
Clear the control account with regards to these payments in the next pay run

Support Services

Receive queries
Analyse and investigate information
Provide advice on salary and tax matters

Reconciliations and reporting

Generate payroll reports
Analyse reports for discrepancies
Implement corrective action
Prepare payroll reconciliations & tax reconciliations and provide to Supervisor for review

TO QUALIFY, YOU MUST HAVE:

be in possession of a National Diploma in Finance/Accounting or related qualification (NQF Level 6)
have three (3) years’ relevant experience

You must also demonstrate:

Knowledge of Parliamentary policies, systems and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of the FMPPLA and the relevant financial and accounting guidelines, principles and procedures
Sound written and verbal communication skills
Ability to organise information, strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to easily adapt to the changing work environment and work under pressure
Working knowledge of software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Payroll Software (preferably Oracle)

What you will experience working at Parliament:

In return for your hard work, we offer meaningful and engaging work. We are passionate about making a difference. Joining us means you will be tackling exciting challenges and working on innovative projects that have a positive impact on the nation and the world. We are committed to recognising and rewarding your dedication and high performance. We are invested in your growth and development and offer numerous growth-promoting opportunities and resources such as bursary scheme and numerous learning and development opportunities.

Our culture is collaborative and inclusive. We value teamwork and believe that together, we can achieve extraordinary results. When you join us, you will become part of a community that is driven by the need to serve the nation. Hard work is not all there is to us. Your well-being is important to us, and we promote work practices that enable a healthy work-life integration, supported by our hybrid work arrangements that combines in-office and remote work.
Our wellness program, including various sporting codes, is designed to promote emotional and physical well-being. In addition to the above, we offer a highly competitive remuneration package.

About Us

Working at the Parliament of South Africa is a unique opportunity like no other. No matter where you are placed in this premier institution, you will be part of a truly remarkable and exceptional team that serves the people of our great country and shapes the course of our nation’s history every day. If promoting the public good is what drives you, if you are passionate about shaping a brighter future for the citizens of South Africa, and you are ready to be part of something extraordinary where you can shine and make a real impact on the people of our country, then Parliament is the place to be. If you are also a dynamic individual who values professionalism, openness, integrity, teamwork, accountability, responsiveness and shows mutual respect, we would like to hear from you. Our doors are open, and we are inviting you to become a part of this incredible journey.

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CLOSING DATE: 14 April 2025

“Parliamentary Services Administration promotes and applies the principles of Affirmative Action and equal opportunities”.

PLEASE NOTE that only applications submitted via the i-Recruitment platform will be accepted. All required supporting documentation and information must be provided; incomplete applications will not be processed. Security clearance and qualification verification are mandatory for all appointments. Should you not hear from us within two months (2) from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. Successful candidates will be required to sign a performance agreement. Parliament reserves the right not to make an appointment.

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