Assistant Manager: Payroll and Records Administration
Umalusi, the Council for Quality Assurance in General and Further Education and Training, is seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to join their team as an Assistant Manager for Payroll and Records Administration.
About Umalusi
Umalusi is a statutory body responsible for the quality assurance of the National Senior Certificate, the National Certificate (Vocational) and other qualifications registered on the General and Further Education and Training Qualifications Framework. They play a crucial role in ensuring quality education standards in South Africa.
Key Requirements
- A recognised three-year post-matric tertiary qualification (NQF level 7) in Financial Management, Accounting, Cost & Management Accounting, or Human Resource Management.
- Three (3) years of payroll experience.
- Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Manage the payroll office and ensure payment compliance:
- Ensure that monthly salaries and external payments are effected by the Payroll Practitioner through verification.
- Ensure that all yearly increments/adjustments/increase in 1 allowances are effected accordingly where applicable.
- Assist with internal and external stakeholder queries pertaining to payroll matters.
- Develop, implement and maintain Policies and Procedures.
- Provide a monthly report to the Manager: Payroll and Records Administration on the payroll sub-unit regarding progress and/or any challenges.
- Oversee the monthly payroll process by verifying the staff remuneration – salaries, additional benefits, and claims.
- Liaison, reconciliation, and payment of salary deductions to other government agencies and third parties.
- Ensure that accurate statutory reports are submitted timeously to ensure compliance.
- Oversee Compensation Fund administration by ensuring that Injuries on Duty (IODs), Compensation Fund claims, and annual Return of Earnings submissions are processed accurately, timeously, and in compliance with legislative requirements.
Manage the registry office and ensure compliance with the file plan:
- Ensure that a retention and disposal program is implemented.
- Develop, implement and maintain Information and Records Policies and Procedures.
- Provide a monthly report to the Manager: Payroll and Records Administration on the Information and Records sub-unit regarding progress and/or any challenges.
- Attend to all document management-related enquiries from staff members.
General managerial functions which would include functions such as:
- Management of staff members’ performance assessments.
- Management of staff leave.
- Provide reports and assistance to both internal and external auditors as and when required.
- Any other delegated functions as and when required.
How to Apply
The closing date for applications is 28 September 2026.
Visit the Umalusi website for more information and to apply: Apply Here