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Chief Accounting Assistant – Payroll (1 Post)
Harare
- Job
- Accounting & Finance
Closed 17 Sep 2026
Job details
- Type
- Job
- Category
- Accounting & Finance
- Duty station
- Harare
- Closing date
- 17 Sep 2026
- Posted
- 2 months ago
Full job description
About the role
A Chief Accounting Assistant (Payroll) in the Human Resources Section to assist the Payroll Accountant.
Duties
- Prepare and process monthly payroll for academic, administrative and support staff; capture and update employee payroll information (appointments, promotions, transfers, allowances, terminations).
- Verify payroll input data before processing; ensure timely payment of salaries, wages, allowances and benefits.
- Calculate and process PAYE per ZIMRA requirements; process NSSA contributions and ensure timely remittance; administer pension contributions and medical aid deductions.
- Ensure compliance with labour legislation and government regulations affecting payroll; maintain accurate payroll records and employee files; ensure confidentiality and security of payroll information.
- Archive payroll documentation per university and statutory requirements; supervise Payroll Clerks and Accounting Assistants; provide guidance and training on payroll procedures and systems.
Requirements
- At least 5 'O' Level passes including English Language and Mathematics or Accounts.
- A HEXCO National Diploma / Part B CIS / ACCA Stage 2 / CIMA Level 2 or equivalent.
- At least two years' relevant post-qualification experience.
- Harare Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to apply: apply online via the HIT vacancies portal at https://www.hit.ac.zw/vacancies (complete the online application form and upload your CV, academic certificates and application letter).
How to apply
This vacancy closed on 17 Sep 2026 and no longer takes applications.
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