Human Resources Assistant (Main Timekeeper) – US Embassy

Under the direct supervision of the Human Resources Specialist and the general supervision of the Human Resources Officer.  The incumbent provides a full range of Payroll and Time & Attendance services the USDHs, Eligible Family Members and Locally Employed Staff and serves as the primary point of contact with the Global Financial Services Center (GFSC) on resolving pay discrepancies.  The Employee provides guidance on Workman’s Compensation claims and oversees the Official Residence Employees (OREs).

Qualifications and Evaluations

Requirements:

EXPERIENCE:  Minimum three years of progressively responsible experience in Payroll administration and Time Attendance Reporting is required.JOB KNOWLEDGE:  Good knowledge of basic accounting principle, Basic conditions of employment act of South Africa, Payroll and records management is required. Knowledge of payroll software/system and data entry is required and basic understanding of local taxes.

Education Requirements:

A Completed Two-year College Diploma is required.

Evaluations:

LANGUAGE:  – Fluent speaking/reading/writing in English is required.  (This will be tested).– Any other additional South African language is required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:  Ability to maintain good working relationships with the Mission personnel – Americans and Locally Employed (LE) Staff. Ability to deal with outside callers to provide relevant information for any of the services provided by HR and to expeditiously address HR requests/issues, as appropriate.

Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word and Excel is required.  (This will be tested).

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO):  The U.S. Mission provides equal opportunity and fair and equitable treatment in employment to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Qualifications:

All applicants under consideration will be required to pass medical and security certifications.