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Job Position: Payroll Specialist


Employment type: Permanent

Posted date: 2025-03-03

Deadline date: 2025-03-10

Recruiter: Saria Consultancy

Job Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Category: Accounting and Finance

Current Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package

Career Level: Middle Level

Job Summary:

We are looking for a highly motivated payroll specialist who will oversee the payroll processing for employees on seconded employment arrangements, ensuring timely and accurate pay while adhering to both company policies and local regulations.  

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Process payroll for employees on seconded assignments, ensuring all applicable salary adjustments, allowances, and deductions are accurately calculated and applied;
  • Ensure compliance with employment tax regulations and laws, particularly in relation to secondment agreements;
  • Coordinate with HR and management to confirm employment details, including contract terms, benefits, and duration of assignments;
  • Address payroll-related inquiries from seconded employees regarding taxes, benefits, and payment discrepancies;
  • Maintain and update records of secondment agreements, including changes in status, locations, and terms of employment;
  • Collaborate with finance to reconcile payroll reports and assist in preparing financial statements and audits;
  • Prepare and submit reports related to payroll, including tax filings and year-end reports, in compliance with local regulations;
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (HR, finance, legal) to ensure smooth administration of seconded assignments and ensure compliance with policies;
  • Assist in the implementation of payroll system upgrades and enhancements as required;
  • Stay updated with changes in country tax laws and secondment-related employment regulations to ensure continuous compliance;
  • Making adjustments in pay for raises, bonuses and commission;
  • Other tasks assigned by your immediate supervisor.

Requirements

Qualification:  Degree in Accounting and Finance 

Additional Skills 

  • Solid understanding of accounting fundamentals and payroll best practices;
  • Good Communication skills and ability to work in big teamwork.
  • Trustworthy with attention to confidentiality.
  • Outstanding organizational ability with great attention to detail.
  • self-motivated to keep deadlines on tight schedules.
  • Have a good understanding of payroll software with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Strong research and analytical skills.

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