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Financial Accountant
Closing Date: 2025-11-15
Reference Number: CCB251106-5
Job Title: Financial Accountant
Job Category: Finance and Procurement
Company: East Africa Bottling Share Company (Ethiopia)
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Ethiopia
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Addis Ababa
East Africa Bottling S.C., a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa and the exclusive bottler of Coca-Cola products in Ethiopia, is pleased to invite passionate and qualified candidates to apply for the position of Financial Accountant. This role is based at the Addis Ababa Plant.
Key Purpose Statement:
The Financial Accountant is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the integrity of the company’s financial records. This includes accurate accounting, timely reporting, and strict compliance with regulatory and organizational standards. The role ensures that all financial transactions are properly recorded and analyzed to provide reliable insights for decision-making. It also supports efficient budgeting and cost control, contributing to the company’s overall financial stability, growth, and strategic objectives.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Financial Accounting & Reporting: Prepare, review, and submit monthly and annual financial statements in accordance with IFRS. Drive accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet and general ledger. Manage completion of financial close, reconciliations, and variance analysis. Support annual audit processes and liaise with external/internal auditors.
- Asset and Capital Management: Maintain fixed asset registers and ensure compliance with asset governance policies. Oversee capital expenditure processes including forecasting, tracking, and reconciliations. Support the capital investment process, ensuring alignment with business priorities.
- Payables Management: Oversee accounts payable to ensure timely and accurate vendor payments. Review and approve invoices, expense claims, and payment schedules. Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies. Maintain compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
- Receivables Management: Oversee accounts receivable to ensure timely collection of payments. Monitor customer accounts and aging reports. Reconcile receivables and resolve discrepancies. Maintain compliance with internal policies and credit terms.
- Taxation and Compliance: Support tax planning and ensure compliance with local tax laws and CCBA group policies. Review tax computations and returns in collaboration with Local and group Tax. Ensure import/export compliance with relevant legislation.
- Governance and Controls: Partner with market finance and operations teams to deliver financial insights. Engage with CCBA HQ Finance (Tax, IFRS, Treasury, Governance) on technical matters. Manage relationships with outsourced financial service providers.
- People & Performance Management: Support a culture of accountability, integrity, and continuous improvement. Provide guidance and coaching to junior finance team members.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- BA Degree in Accounting and Finance.
- 5 years’ experience in Finance (financial accounting, Payable management, fixed asset management, and Accounts receivable management).
General: Applicants must be Ethiopian Nationals.
Fleet Artisan
Closing Date: 2025-11-18
Reference Number: CCB251106-1
Job Title: Fleet Artisan
Job Category: Logistics
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Uganda
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Kampala
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is the largest African Coca-Cola bottler, accounting for 40% of all Coca-Cola volumes on the continent. In Uganda, we are currently seeking to recruit a Fleet Artisan, based at our Namanve Plant in Kampala. As a Fleet Artisan, you will report directly to the Team Leader – Fleet.
Key Purpose Statement:
The primary role of a Fleet Artisan is to ensure the availability of fleet vehicles by performing top-quality mechanical repairs, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting. All mechanical repairs must be carried out according to the CCBU fleet policy.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct Fleet Maintenance: Perform scheduled and emergency repairs and servicing for all fleet vehicles.
- Respond to Breakdowns: Investigate and resolve breakdowns using root cause analysis methods like 5WHY.
- Maintain Accurate Records: Document all maintenance activities, work orders, and checklists in line with company standards.
- Manage Workshop Cleanliness: Keep the workshop, tools, and equipment clean, organized, and safe.
- Support Parts Planning: Identify required parts and coordinate with the Fleet Maintenance Planner for timely procurement.
- Safety & Compliance: Adhere to food safety and operational standards, reporting any concerns to the SHEQ Manager.
- Carry out any other duty assigned by the Team Leader/Fleet Manager.
Skills, Experience & Education:
Qualifications:
- Minimum requirement: Diploma in Auto Mechanics or a related automotive field.
- Added Advantage: Proficiency in MSD, Excel, and other advanced computer applications.
Experience:
- Hands-on experience with Actros, Atego, Mercedes, Isuzu, and Toyota vehicles, including diagnostics and battery management.
- Minimum 2 years’ relevant experience in a FMCG working with light, medium, and heavy delivery vehicles repairs.
Competencies:
- Strong team collaboration and innovative problem-solving.
- Strong analytical skills for diagnosing issues and identifying root causes.
- Self-driven with a proactive approach to learning and improvement.
- High attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
- Clear communication and effective interpersonal skills.
- Results-focused with the ability to meet performance targets.
- Proficient in vehicle diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance across various fleet types, with proficiency in using tools and systems.
- Exceptional leadership abilities.
Machine Specialist
Closing Date: 2025-11-19
Reference Number: CCB251105-2
Job Title: Machine Specialist
Job Category: Manufacturing
Company: Coca-Cola Namibia Bottling Company
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Namibia
Location – Province: Other – Non-South African Location
Location – Town / City: Windhoek
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa requires the services of a Machine Specialist. This role reports to the Maintenance Controller. The Machine Specialist will maintain, repair, and optimize plant and associated devices to ensure plant availability and product quality are met at minimum cost without sacrificing standards. The role also provides specialized machine skills and knowledge to the shift team and supports operations, maintenance, and problem-solving activities of the shift teams.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Evaluate equipment conditions.
- Provide second-level support on equipment maintenance and breakdowns.
- Enhance maintenance resources.
- Manage equipment upgrades and technological changes.
- Carry out work during the planned maintenance window in accordance with the planned maintenance schedule aligned with the Maintenance Controller.
- Apply the correct problem-solving methodologies to resolve problems.
- Conduct risk assessments and implement disaster recovery plans.
- Ensure adherence to plant procedures.
- Perform housekeeping.
- Train, coach, assess, and mentor Artisans and Operators on asset care and autonomous maintenance practices.
- Provide continuous improvement initiatives to enable more cost-effective manufacturing in a highly competitive market.
- Comply with the Company’s quality system/requirements.
- Maintain safety, health, environment, and quality standards.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- Relevant qualification (National Technical Diploma) or N6 Mechanical/Electrical.
- Minimum six (6) years proven success experience.
- Relevant Engineering degree (BSc/B.Eng. Mechatronic/Electrical) will be an advantage.
- Intimate knowledge of the beverage manufacturing process.
- Reading and interpretation of electrical/machine drawings, process lay-outs, and equipment manuals.
- Maintenance system knowledge.
- Coaching skills.
- Engineering/SHEQ knowledge.
- Basic knowledge of Siemens S7 PLC Software in terms of program reading and writing.
General:
- Written & oral ability of English (Proficiency in an indigenous language will be an added advantage).
- Code BE driver’s license.
Compliance Officer
Closing Date: 2025-11-14
Reference Number: CCB251105-1
Job Title: Compliance Officer
Job Category: Finance and Procurement
Company: East Africa Bottling Share Company (Ethiopia)
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Ethiopia
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Addis Ababa
East Africa Bottling S.C., a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa and the exclusive bottler of Coca-Cola products in Ethiopia, is pleased to invite passionate and qualified candidates to apply for the position of Compliance Officer. The successful candidate will report directly to the Country Lead Compliance.
Key Purpose:
Ensure the organization operates in full compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal requirements by proactively managing risks, strengthening internal controls, and fostering a culture of ethics and accountability.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct regular risk assessments and ensure timely closure of mitigation actions.
- Monitor compliance with statutory, regulatory, and internal requirements, highlighting gaps and recommending improvements.
- Support process owners with control self-assessments and ensure timely, objective reviews.
- Carry out compliance and audit checks, track action plans, and drive closure of findings.
- Build awareness of policy updates, regulatory changes, and promote a culture of ethics and accountability.
This role plays a key part in safeguarding the company’s reputation and driving sustainable, compliant business operations.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- First degree in Accounting/Accounting and Finance or related field of study with a minimum of 5 years experience in Auditing preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- ACCA/CIA certification is highly advantageous.
- Exposure in Compliance, Internal Control, and Internal Audit.
General: Applicants must be Ethiopian Nationals.
Financial Accountant – Taxation
Closing Date: Open until filled
Job Title: Financial Accountant – Taxation
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia (CCBZ)
Location: Lusaka
Function: Finance
Coca-Cola Beverages Zambia (CCBZ) presents an exciting opportunity for the Financial Accountant – Taxation to join the Finance team. The role will report to the Country Lead Finance. This strategic role will play a pivotal part in driving financial leadership and excellence within our Supply Chain function, ensuring alignment with our corporate goals and supporting the delivery of business priorities across the Group.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Tax Compliance and Reporting: Prepare and submit accurate tax returns (income tax, VAT, PAYE, withholding tax) within statutory deadlines. Maintain tax registers and reconcile tax balances monthly. Support external and internal tax audits, ensuring accurate documentation and responses.
- Tax Accounting and Reconciliations: Ensure correct tax accounting in the general ledger and financial statements. Perform monthly and year-end tax reconciliations and prepare supporting schedules. Collaborate with finance teams to ensure accuracy in tax provisioning and reporting.
- Advisory and Risk Management: Advise on tax implications of business transactions and cross-border operations. Monitor changes in tax legislation and communicate impacts to the market finance team. Identify and mitigate potential tax risks through proactive planning and controls.
- Governance and Policy Alignment: Ensure compliance with CCBA tax governance framework and group tax policies. Maintain proper documentation for tax audits and risk management reviews. Support transfer pricing documentation and ensure intercompany compliance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with tax authorities, external advisors, and auditors on market tax matters. Partner with CCBA Group Tax to ensure consistency in tax treatment and strategy. Raise awareness of tax compliance across finance and operational teams.
Skills, Experience & Education:
Qualifications:
- CA(SA), ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent accounting qualification.
- HDip in Taxation or a recognized tax certification is advantageous.
Experience:
- 5 years’ experience in tax or financial accounting.
- Experience in FMCG or multinational environment preferred.
- Strong working knowledge of local tax laws and IFRS.
- Minimum requirement: Bachelor’s degree, CPA K/ACCA.
- Added advantage: Master’s Degree.
Skills:
- Analyze cash flows and financial data to ensure accurate forecasting and liquidity management.
- Maintain accuracy in daily cash management, reconciliations, and treasury transactions.
- Clearly communicate financial information and updates to stakeholders and collaborate effectively with internal teams.
- Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with treasury operations, including currency and interest rate fluctuations.
- Ensure adherence to regulations, internal controls, and company policies related to treasury activities.
General Capabilities:
- Delivers accurate and timely tax returns.
- Ensures full compliance with tax laws and CCBA policies.
- Maintains audit-ready tax records and reconciliations.
- Identifies and mitigates potential tax risks.
- Provides clear, proactive tax guidance to stakeholders.
- Collaborates effectively with Group Tax and auditors.
- Upholds integrity and confidentiality in all tax matters.
- Drives continuous improvement in tax processes and controls.
Control and Automation Specialist
Closing Date: 2025-11-12
Reference Number: CCB251104-2
Job Title: Control and Automation Specialist
Job Category: Manufacturing
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Kenya
Location – Province: Other – Non-South African Location
Location – Town / City: Eldoret/Nyeri
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa is the largest African Coca-Cola bottler, accounting for 40% of all Coca-Cola volumes on the continent. CCBA is a market leader in the NARTD (non-alcoholic ready to drink market) in Africa. CCBA has an extensive footprint in Africa, employing approximately 14,000 employees in Africa, and approximately 7,000 employees in South Africa.
Key Purpose Statement:
The primary role of the Control and Automation Specialist is to maintain and optimize plant controls and automation to the original installed state. This safeguards availability, quality, and cost while championing continuous improvement in a fast-moving FMCG environment. You will also coach artisans and operators to strengthen line capability and problem-solving across shifts.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide specialist C&A support to shift teams (standby/day support), guide fault finding and effective responses to failure modes; ensure lines run at rated speed and KPIs are met.
- Lead/participate in planned, routine, and running maintenance, including documentation and ERP administration; optimize PM schedules and plant availability.
- Drive problem solving (situational/systemic), escalate and engage OEMs where needed; share learnings across sites/region.
- Uphold safety, 5S, and risk management; conduct risk assessments and support disaster recovery plans.
- Maintain system architecture and documentation integrity in line with CCBA C&A standards; continuously optimize dynamic line control and perform line capability audits.
- Support projects and NPD trials (adherence to procedures; change control records).
- Train and coach Process Artisans, Machine Specialists, and Operators in autonomous maintenance and standard work.
Skills, Experience & Education:
Qualifications:
- Minimum Requirement: Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering.
Experience:
- 5 years in Controls/Automation/Electrical and Electronics Engineering.
- Familiarity with Packaging machines.
Added Advantage:
- FMCG experience.
- Knowledge in PLC programming, HMI development, MSD 365, and ERP.
General Competencies:
Technical:
- Diagnostic ability.
- Innovative.
- Processes Knowledge.
- Trouble shooting skills.
- Engineering designing.
Behavioural:
- Coaching & teamwork.
- Results & execution focus.
- Resilience.
- Customer focus.
- Quality & standards mindset.
- Excellent analytical problem solving.
- Decisive and Risk Pragmatic.
- Confidence and Courage.
- Positioning and Alignment.
- Grow People.
- Lead and engage.
- Attentive to detail.
Country Lead People and Culture: Commercial and Support
Closing Date: 2025-11-13
Reference Number: CCB251104-1
Job Title: Country Lead People and Culture: Commercial and Support
Job Category: People and Culture
Company: East Africa Bottling Share Company (Ethiopia)
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Ethiopia
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Addis Ababa
East Africa Bottling S.C., a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa and the exclusive bottler of Coca-Cola products in Ethiopia, is pleased to invite passionate and qualified candidates to apply for the position of Country Lead P&C: Commercial & Support. This role is based in Addis Ababa. The successful candidate will report directly to the Country People & Culture Director.
Key Purpose Statement:
The Country Lead, People & Culture – Commercial and Support is responsible for providing strategic and operational leadership to the People & Culture (P&C) function within the commercial and support divisions. The role ensures effective implementation of P&C strategies, policies, and programs that drive business performance, talent development, and employee engagement. It partners closely with business leaders to deliver efficient people solutions, foster a high-performance culture, and ensure alignment between organizational objectives and workforce capabilities.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Business Partnership, Leadership, and Governance: HR Strategy Implementation: Oversee and tailor the HR strategy to meet current and future needs. Governance and Compliance: Ensure adherence to labor laws and educate leaders on local practices.
- Accelerating Talent: Talent Development: Implement strategies to align with People & Culture and business objectives. Data-Driven Talent Acquisition: Use analytics to address talent challenges and build a skilled pipeline. Leadership Support: Anticipate future talent needs and localize sourcing strategies. Internal Talent Growth: Identify and develop high-potential employees for rapid growth and succession planning.
- Cost Ownership: Financial Accountability: Partner with Line to streamline operations and reduce labor costs. Reward Strategy Alignment: Maintain financial governance and ensure equitable reward practices.
- Organizational Design for Growth: Efficiency Optimization: Drive initiatives to optimize spans of control and management ratios. Change Management: Lead localization of change efforts and build change capability in leaders and employees. Team Effectiveness: Harness team strengths to develop capabilities for organizational objectives.
- High-Performance Culture and Transformation: High-Performance Mindset: Promote a culture of excellence across functions. Learning and Development Integration: Align initiatives with business strategies for continuous improvement. Employer Relations Support: Provide on-the-ground support to ensure a positive ER climate. Employee Engagement: Champion health, wellbeing, diversity, and inclusion programs.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- BA degree in Management, Business Administration, or related field.
- 8+ years of HR experience in both operational and corporate settings, of which 3 years in a leadership role.
General:
- Strategic Leadership: Anticipating business trends to formulate aligned, forward-looking strategies.
- Operational Agility: Fostering alignment and communication across diverse organizational layers.
- Talent Management Expertise: Crafting adaptable talent strategies and addressing skill gaps.
- Change and Digital Leadership: Steering digital transitions and organizational change.
- Business Acumen: Merging P&C strategies with business objectives for operational growth.
- Culture Transformation: Driving and embedding cultural shifts for enhanced collaboration.
- D&I Champion: Developing and implementing diversity and inclusion strategies.
- Employment Law Expertise: Extensive knowledge of employment laws.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Analytical skills for strategic decision-making based on data insights.
- Organizational Architect: Designing structures for organizational flexibility and growth.
- Leadership Excellence: Demonstrates exceptional skills in motivating, guiding, and inspiring teams.
- Data & Analytics: Demonstrate capable analytical ability, data accuracy stewardship, and deductive reasoning in translating analytics into meaningful insights and tactical actions.
Team Leader – Accounts Payable
Closing Date: 2025-11-12
Reference Number: CCB251103-1
Job Title: Team Leader – Accounts Payable
Job Category: Finance and Procurement
Company: East Africa Bottling Share Company (Ethiopia)
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Ethiopia
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Addis Ababa
East Africa Bottling S.C., a subsidiary of Coca-Cola Beverages Africa and the exclusive bottler of Coca-Cola products in Ethiopia, is pleased to invite passionate and qualified candidates to apply for the position of Team Leader – Accounts Payable. This role is based in Addis Ababa. The successful candidate will report directly to the Country Lead – Financial Control.
Key Purpose Statement:
The role is responsible for leading and managing the Accounts Payable team, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant processing of all vendor invoices and payments. It maintains strong internal controls, optimizes AP processes, fosters team performance, and supports the Finance function in achieving operational efficiency and financial integrity.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Accounts Payable Operations: Ensure accurate and timely processing of all invoices and payments in compliance with company policies.
- Team Leadership and Supervision: Lead and support the Accounts Payable team to achieve operational excellence and accuracy.
- Compliance and Internal Controls: Maintain strict adherence to financial policies, regulations, and internal control standards.
- Vendor and Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams to ensure smooth payment processes.
- Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and analyze payable reports to support financial accuracy and informed decision-making.
- Systems and Process Improvement: Enhance systems and streamline processes to improve efficiency and accuracy in Accounts Payable operations.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- BA Degree in Accounting and Finance.
- A Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in FMCG Industry.
General: Applicants must be Ethiopian Nationals.
Business Opportunities (Owner Driver)
Closing Date: 2025-11-06
Reference Number: CCB251030-1
Job Title: Business Opportunities (Owner Driver)
Job Category: Cold Drinks Equipment
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa
Job Type: Fixed Term (Temporary)
Location – Country: South Africa
Location – Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Location – Town / City: KwaZulu – Natal
Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill the above-mentioned business opportunity. We are seeking three competent, business-minded drivers who have the potential to successfully partner and independently contract with Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa as an Owner Driver. The successful drivers will operate from our site in KwaZulu – Natal.
Key Purpose:
To perform a delivery service of the supplier company’s products in accordance with the contractual agreement and set standards, adhering to business ethics which are consistent with the supplier company’s values.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Competent in the management of truck driving.
- Must be able to achieve operational driving as judged by the K53 test.
- Understanding of vehicle maintenance processes and requirements.
- Clear and demonstrated record of safety.
- Demonstrated ability of protection of crew.
Key Attributes and Competencies:
- Maturity to balance short-term and long-term financial pressures.
- Good relations with all external customers and third-party service providers.
- Good self-management and time management.
- Insight into efficient operating techniques.
- Insight and understanding of competitive business environment.
Skills, Experience & Education:
- Grade 12.
- Valid Driver’s license code 14.
- Valid PDP.
- Between 3-5 years’ driving experience.
- RSA citizens.
- Driving experience (heavy vehicle & trailer experience).
- Must live in the area sourcing for.
- Entrepreneurial ability.
- Should have a basic knowledge of business principles: income, expenses, profit, management of assets.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Should be proficient in English and a regional language.
- Knowledge of the Road Traffic Act.
- Knowledge of accident procedures as per legislative requirements.
Specialist Employee Relations & People Experience
Closing Date: Open until filled
Job Title: Specialist Employee Relations & People Experience
Job Category: People and Culture
Company: Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA)
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- ER and Labor Law: Represent CCBA in labor litigation and case management. Support HRBPs in managing disciplinary actions, counselling, grievances, and incapacity. Lead and manage organizational collective bargaining processes, ensuring alignment with business objectives, fair representation of employee interests, and timely resolution of disputes.
- People Governance & Compliance: Manage and enforce governance compliance continuously by proactively identifying and addressing people practice risks. Promote a culture of accountability and ethical conduct throughout the organization, including internal audits and workplace rights.
- People Services: Oversee and harness the value of all workplace services (e.g., canteen, uniforms, transport, medical services) to optimally impact the employee experience. Ensure these services are executed according to agreed-upon standards and motivate the workforce.
- Employee Wellness and Engagement: Ensure that CCBA Employee Wellness strategies and initiatives are deployed in-country. Provide reporting feedback to Group and leadership. Enhance employee experience by lifting employee engagement levels with targeted initiatives.
- Diversity & Inclusion: Develop a country diversity agenda aligned with the CCBA D&I strategy. Establish platforms that integrate the value of diversity into strategies and work practices. Consolidate and integrate market-specific prejudices and cultural norms into co-created strategies to prevent a fragmented approach to diversity.
- People Analytics & Reporting: Act as custodian for Digital HR systems locally, including the rollout of HR systems (e.g., D365). Ensure uploads, master data governance, and monitoring of People Analytics for the country using tools like Power BI. Provide insights and coach to HRD/HRBPs to develop HR Analytics capability. Consolidate country KPIs (ESG, CCP) and generate insights to inform group and local strategies.
Skills, Experience & Education:
Skills:
- Communication Skills.
- Strong conflict resolution skills to address and resolve workplace conflicts, disputes, and grievances in a fair and impartial manner.
- Ability to negotiate and mediate discussions between parties to reach mutually beneficial agreements and solutions.
- In-depth knowledge of HR policies, procedures, employment laws, and regulations to ensure compliance and fairness in employee relations matters.
- High ethical standards, integrity, and confidentiality in handling sensitive employee relations issues and maintaining trust and confidentiality.
- Cultural Awareness: Cultural awareness and sensitivity to address diversity and inclusion considerations in employee relations practices and interactions.
Experience:
- Experience in mediation, facilitation, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) techniques to facilitate productive conversations and resolve conflicts.
- Solid foundation in labor and employment law, including litigation experience and knowledge of relevant statutes, regulations, case law, and legal precedents related to labor relations, employment contracts, discrimination, harassment, wrongful termination, and other employment matters.
- Contract Negotiation.
- Employee Relations Management.
Education:
- Honors Degree in Law, Human Resources.
- Be registered with the bar association, with a valid professional licence.
General: We are looking for a candidate with solid technical knowledge and practical experience in the role.
Payroll Specialist
Closing Date: 2025-11-08
Reference Number: CCB251029-1
Job Title: Payroll Specialist
Job Category: People and Culture
Company: Coca-Cola Mozambique
Job Type: Permanent
Location – Country: Mozambique
Location – Province: Not Applicable
Location – Town / City: Matola Gare
Coca-Cola Beverages Africa has an exciting vacancy for a Payroll Specialist at one of our Mozambique Bottlers – Matola Gare Plant, a leading producer of various flavors in Mozambique for the last 31 years. This is a junior position based at the South Region that reports directly to the People & Culture Director. The incumbent will be responsible for delivering end-to-end payroll processing, ensuring accuracy in payroll management, reporting and documentation, timely query resolution, administrative support and record management, and collaboration with Group Office for all matters related to Compensation and Benefits.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- 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.
Skills, Experience & Education:
Skills, 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 processes.
- 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:
- Bachelor Degree in Accounting and Management, Human Resources.
- Certificate or Diploma in Accounting by Commercial Institute, Payroll or an equivalent qualification; a 3-year degree is an added advantage.
General: We are looking for a candidate with solid technical knowledge and practical experience in the role.
We wish you all the best with your applications.