PAYROLL & ACCOUNTING OFFICER

Żejtun, Malta Island
€26,000-28,000 per year
Permanent
Full-time

1 day ago

FULL TIME
IZ-ZEJTUN, MALTA
FULL DAY
02 October 2025
Ref: 422903

The Payroll & Accounting Officer is responsible for the effective administration of the company’s payroll and accounting functions. This employment is being offered Fixed term: 6 months durationJob Description – Payroll & Accounting Officer Position Title: Payroll & Accounting Officer Reports to: Finance Manager / Head of Finance Department: Finance Location: Malta Fixed term: 6 months Employment Type: Full-Time Role Purpose The Payroll & Accounting Officer is responsible for the effective administration of the company’s payroll and accounting functions. This includes overseeing payroll processing and statutory reporting, managing supplier payments, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting compliance with tax, VAT, and group reporting requirements. The role also provides support in employee-related matters such as work permits, insurance, and reporting to external bodies. Key Responsibilities Payroll & Employee Administration • Administer and execute the end-to-end payroll function, including attendance tracking, payroll calculations, and the lodgment of statutory reports. • Compile and submit internal reports and statistical information for management and external bodies, including the National Statistics Office. • Manage accounting matters related to payroll, taxes, and statutory deductions. • Assist in work permit applications, renewals, and terminations for Third Country Nationals. Accounting & Financial Reporting • Ensure timely execution of supplier payments and accurate posting of incoming funds into company records. • Manage banking relationships and perform monthly bank reconciliations. • Compile and report on accounts receivable and accounts payable on a monthly basis. • Assist with the preparation and submission of monthly VAT returns. • Support the administration and maintenance of the fixed assets register, including monthly depreciation runs. • Assist in group reporting requirements and contribute to other ad hoc financial tasks as required. Qualifications & Skills • Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline (or part-qualified). • Experience in payroll administration and accounting functions. • Knowledge of statutory compliance (payroll taxes, VAT, etc.). • Familiarity with ERP systems (IFS or equivalent) and advanced Excel skills. • Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. • High level of accuracy, confidentiality, and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.ProfilesISCED Level: Bachelor or equivalent - Level (6)Competencies

Check or handle personnel management: Salary management
Collect data concerning activities of personnel. Prepare wage calculation
Domain: wages
Follow-up on variations in wage bill. Verify accounting and financial results. Analyse and adjust differences
Follow-up: wages
Input salary data (bonuses, benefits, deductions...). Check payslips
Manage HR-activities: wages
Work with target group: employees

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