Payroll Administrator (Pretoria) at FSCA South Africa

Purpose of the Job:

• To administer and monitor the Financial Sector Conduct Authority 's payroll processes, systems, and related administrative functions. The person appointed to this position will report to the Divisional Head: Finance.

Key Performance Areas:

• Process monthly payroll for all entities: FSCA (including temporary staff), Tribunal, FAIS Ombud, and the Consumer Education Foundation;
• Close all payroll systems monthly;
• Prepare payroll budget and reports on payroll
• Process payments for contractors, temporary staff, and study loans;
• Source and capture payroll-related data from various systems (e.g., advances, loans, travel and cellphone claims);
• Administer tax year-end and procedures and IRP 5’s
• Process and capture the payroll cashbook;
• Review and process subsistence claims accurately and timeously;
• Prepare monthly salary bank account journals;
• Record all journals and deposit information in the cashbook for month-end processing;
• Perform weekly bank reconciliations in compliance with the PFMA;
• Liaise with the bank to resolve statement queries;
• Engage with internal and external auditors, service providers, and FSCA staff on payroll-related matters;
• Maintain organized and up-to-date payroll filing systems;
• Assist with all other payroll-related administrative duties as required.

Other Key Competencies:

• The candidate must demonstrate the following skills and attributes: High level of confidentiality and integrity; strong attention to detail and accuracy; excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines; ability to work independently and as part of a team; proficient in Microsoft Office and general computer literacy.

Deadline:12th August,2025