Payroll Specialist

Coca – Cola Beverages Africa has an exciting vacancy of PayRoll Specialist at one of our Mozambique Bottlers – Matola Gare Plant, leading producer of various flavors in Mozambique for the last 31 years. This is Junior position based at South Region that reports directly to the People & Culture Director. The incumbent will be responsible to deliver, End-to-End Payroll Processing, Accuracy in Payroll Management, Reporting and Documentation, Timely Query Resolution, Administrative Support and Record Management, Collaboration with Group Office for all matters related to Compensation and Benefits.

• Execute comprehensive payroll processing from start to finish, ensuring accurate submission of final payroll runs.
• Handle all payroll tasks including the processing of new hires and terminations (retirement, death, resignations).
• Maintain precise records for salaries and benefits to ensure accurate contributions to provident funds, medical aids, and other employee benefits.
• Oversee and verify the completeness and accuracy of all payroll inputs and reconcile net pay monthly to validate correct processing.
• Support the consolidation of the annual budget cycle by compiling compensation data, validating headcount and allowance assumptions.
• Coordinate with the Human Resources department to manage employee remuneration benefits and organizational changes.
• Ensure timely and correct entry of employee changes, review for proper authorization, and maintain a robust document control system.
• Generate and analyze payroll reports to ensure accurate payroll uploads and process alignment.
• Produce computer-generated reports, issue payslips and employee tax certificates, and maintain administrative tasks related to payroll documentation.
• Address and resolve payroll-related queries efficiently within the stipulated response time as per Service Level Agreements (SLAs).
• Work with HR transactional services to support customer service and ensure prompt query resolution.
• Manage administrative tasks related to payroll, including filing and maintaining employee benefit records.
• Handle filing, scanning, and maintenance of records to support payroll operations and compliance.

Skils, Experience 

• Proficient in both verbal and written communication to manage payroll-related inquiries and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team, sharing information and supporting team members to achieve payroll objectives.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities to address and resolve payroll issues and discrepancies quickly and accurately
• High level of numerical ability to handle calculations, verify payroll data, and ensure accuracy in payroll processing.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure, meeting deadlines and managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong analytical abilities to assess payroll data, identify trends, and make informed decisions to improve payroll processed.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in payroll administration, with a solid understanding of payroll processes, general bookkeeping, accounting practices, and tax legislation.

Education

• Bacherlor Degree, in Accountant and Management,  Human Resources.
• Certificate or Diploma in Accountant by Commercial Institute,
• Payroll or an equivalent qualification; a 3-year degree is an added advantage

We are looking for a candidate with solid technical knowledge and practical experience in the role,