Payroll Officer

Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. Harmony recently acquired 100% of the Eva Copper project, a near-term copper project in Queensland, Australia. These assets are supported by the Harmony SE Asia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.
  
Reporting to the Assistant Accountant, the Payroll Officer provides quality, timely and accurate payroll services as part of the Harmony SE Asia Finance Department. You will play a pivotal role in processing payroll, resolving payroll-related queries, and providing advice to our workforce.
  
The key responsibilities of this role include:  

• Monthly / fortnightly receipt of timesheets and expense claims for inclusion in payroll and payroll processing.
• Run monthly superannuation reports, reconcile and prepare monthly payment.
• Perform payroll maintenance ensuring data integrity.
• File all relevant employee/ payroll documentation electronically in payroll files.
• Enter details of new appointments and changes to masterfile data as requested by the Assistant Accountant with the required documentation.
• Preparation of EFT and manual payments to employees.
• Distribute payslips within 24 hours of the payrun.
• Assist internal and external auditors when required.
• Perform other duties as required by the Assistant Accountant.

About You:
To succeed in this role, you should be self-motivated and able to work efficiently and collaboratively with:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in similar position in Australian payroll.
• Competency using computerised accounting systems, preferably Pronto.
• Intermediate level of skill using Microsoft Word and Excel is essential.
• Papua New Guinea payroll experience is advantageous.
• Foundations of Payroll Practice (desirable).
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What are the benefits of working for Harmony?

• Flexible working practises (3 days in the office, 2 days WFH)
• Eligible to participate in the company bonus scheme.
• The opportunity to work for an international mining company with a diverse workforce.
• Easy access to office located a short walk from Milton train station.
• Small and supportive team.

You should be highly organised with exceptional attention to detail skills and the ability to work quickly and efficiently in a small team environment.
  
If you believe you have the skills, knowledge and experience to fulfil this role, please submit your application online. Please include a Cover Letter which outlines how your skills and experience align with this role.
  
Salary will be negotiated commensurate with experience.
  
To learn more about Harmony, please visit our website www.harmony.co.za
  
Please note we will be considering applications on an ongoing basis and therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest opportunity.