Job Description

Rhodes University
Makhanda, Eastern Cape
Permanent
Posted

19 February 2025

- Closing Date

05 March 2025

Division

0901 - Finance

Business Unit

0901_02 - Finance Operations

Minimum experience

Mid-Senior

Company primary industry

Higher Education

Job functional area

Finance

Manager: Payroll (Grade 15)

Finance Division

The Finance Division invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

To ensure the smooth and efficient running of the Payroll Section within the Finance Division. The Payroll Manager plays a pivotal role in the accurate and timely processing of payroll and related transactions for the University, whilst ensuring good governance and sound controls to comply with legislation and policies and procedures. In addition, the Payroll Manager is responsible for continuous improvements of payroll-related business process and systems to become more efficient and effective, strengthen controls, and contribute to the objectives of the University.

The Requirements

A relevant B. Degree (NQF Level 7) plus approximately 8 years' relevant experience where relevant experience includes: -

Working in a Finance/Accounting environment with proven experience in payroll processing of a large employee base and multiple payrolls (monthly and weekly). Proficiency in Sage 300, including Job Costing functionality Proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications, with advanced competence in Excel Knowledge of current legislation relating to PAYE, UIF, LRA, BCEA and relevant financial legislation Experience in submissions to SARS, including SARS online systems, and managing SARS verifications and audits At least 3-years' supervision/management experience of a Payroll section Experience in a Higher Education Institution will serve as an advantage

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: - + Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
+ Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8753.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

Short-listing meeting scheduled for the 7th of April 2025. The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and an interview. Assessment is scheduled for the 16th of April 2025 Interview is scheduled for the 17th of April 2025.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 15):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R693 760


Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R964 321


All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years

. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 05 March 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.



Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion