Senior Accounting Clerk: Payroll Administration x 2 (Groen Sebenza)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is looking for self-motivated individual to ensure Groen Sebenza pioneers and employees are remunerated according to agreements and legislation, at correct amounts and on time; to ensure that employees’ benefits are implemented according to internal policies.

This position requires a grade 12 or equivalent qualification with NQF 4 with 5 years’ work experience in the relevant field, or National Diploma in Finance, Accounting or equivalent qualification with NQF 6 with 3 years’ experience in payroll and benefits administration. Advance Diploma, or equivalent qualification at NQF 7 will be an added advantage.

The following competencies are required for the candidates to be successful in this position: extensive experience in customer service and payroll packages (eg: VIP, PERSAL); advanced knowledge of Public Finance Management Act, Treasury Regulations, and Pension Fund legislation. Excellent computer literacy and experience in the application of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, MS Word. The possession of a valid driver’s license with at least one-year practical driving experience will be advantageous and a willingness to travel.

Key Performance Responsibilities include:

• Attend to payroll administration matters;
• Attend to remuneration and payroll administration matters;
• Execute and monitor payroll payments; and
• Analyse financial information.

Application procedure:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for this position, and certified qualifications confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of meeting minimum qualifications and relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A competency test will be conducted as part of the selection process.

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, addresses and telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information and reference number shall result in your application not being considered.

Personal Information will be processed by SANBI for purposes of assessing your suitability for the advertised position. SANBI may also share your personal information including special personal information with service providers or third parties, both within the Republic of South Africa and in other jurisdictions, to carry out verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, background and reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. In this regard, by virtue of your application, you acknowledge that SANBI’s authorized verification agent(s) and service providers will access your personal information including special personal information to conduct background screening, verification of qualifications and other necessary documents, reference checks, competency assessment tests, and criminal record checks. For more information, kindly refer to SANBI’s website.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Ms Martha Pilusa on Tel: +27 (0)12 843 5252 for any queries for purposes of clarity. Applications consisting of the completed application form, motivation letter, a concise CV, and certified qualifications are to be submitted via an e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za

Postal applications are to be addressed to:

Deputy Director: Human Resources
South African National Biodiversity Institute
Private Bag x101
Silverton
0184

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates must consider their applications unsuccessful.