Job Expired
This Payroll Officer (FMG/AT 2) position is no longer active. Check out similar roles or browse our latest listings.

Payroll Officer (FMG/AT 2)
Summary
Under the supervision of the Director, Finance and Accounts, the Payroll Officer is responsible for preparing all Commitments and Payments, as well as performing cashiering duties. 💰 $1,711,060 - $2,301,186 JMD per annum.
Responsibilities
- • Prepares Utility Report for submission to the Ministry of Finance and the Public Service (MoFPS);
- • Prepares report on GCT withheld from suppliers, for submission to MoFPS
- • Prepares Commitments and Payments;
- • Prepares Journal Vouchers;
- • Maintains files for all Commitments and Payment Vouchers;
- • Performs cashiering duties.
Required Skills
- • Working knowledge of the GoJ Accounting Principles, Guidelines and Law
- • Working knowledge of the GoJ Public Procurement Guidelines and Act, 2015
- • Good oral and written communication skills
- • Good interpersonal skills
- • Good organizing skills
- • Knowledge of Government Financial Management System (GFMS) Software
Qualifications
- • AAT Level 2; or
- • ACCA-CAT Level B/Level 2; or
- • NVQJ Level 2, Accounting; or
- • Certificate in Accounting from an accredited University; or
- • Completion of second year of the BSc. Degree in Accounting/Management Studies with Accounting or BBA Degree at an accredited University;
- • ASc. Degree in Business Studies/ Business Administration/Management Studies; or
- • ASc. Degree in Accounting from the Management Institute for National Development (MIND); or
- • Certificate in Government Accounting Level 2.
Additional Information and Instructions
Applications accompanied by résumés should be submitted no later than Thursday, 22nd May, 2025 to: The Government Chemist Department of Government Chemist Hope Complex Hope Gardens Kingston 6 ✉️ Email: government.chemist@moh.gov.jm 🔑 Please include the job title in the subject line of your email. ⚠️ Note: We appreciate all responses but only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Share This Job
Job Overview
Title
Payroll Officer (FMG/AT 2)
Company
Department of Government ChemistLocation
Kingston and St. Andrew, JamaicaSalary
See Description
government.chemist@moh.gov.jm
Work Style
On-SiteContract
Permanent
Experience
Mid-Level
Education
Associate's Degree
Category
Accounting & Financial ServicesSector
Public
👉 Mention IslandHints when applying. Support trusted platforms prioritizing safety!
Never pay fees for applications—requests for equipment, training, or ID verification may signal fraud.
Verify employers via official domains or secure platforms.
See Safety Tips →Explore Related Job Categories
Job Search Resources
Government of Jamaica Job Listings
Explore official government job vacancies across various ministries and agencies in Jamaica.
Visit SiteWorkplace Politics: A Guide to Surviving & Thriving
Learn strategies to navigate and excel in workplace dynamics.
Read ArticleThe Importance of Soft Skills: Beyond Technical Know-How
Understand the value of soft skills in professional success and how to develop them.
Read Article