Malta Financial Services Authority

The Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) is the single regulator of financial services in Malta. It is also the Resolution Authority. The MFSA regulates banking, financial institutions, payment institutions, insurance companies and insurance intermediaries, investment services companies and collective investment schemes, securities markets, recognised investment exchanges, trust management companies, company services providers and pension schemes. Since 2018, it is also responsible for regulating Virtual Financial Assets. The MFSA was set up through an Act of Parliament (Chapter 330 of the Laws of Malta) and its main functions include the protection of consumers, integrity of financial markets, financial stability and the supervision of all financial services activities. The MFSA also holds an advisory role to Government in the formulation of policies on matters relating to the financial services industry. In the carrying out of its functions, the MFSA collaborates closely with local and international institutions.

About

Pre-Graduate Officer (Payroll)

About the Function

The Finance function oversees and manages the finances of the Authority, supporting the various other functions within the Authority in all financial matters, including the preparation of timely management information, revenue collection, payments to suppliers and service providers, payroll, financial control and budgetary control. The function also sets, monitors and improves the operation of the MFSA's financial control framework, ensuring compliance with established policies and controls. It co-ordinates with the Statutory Auditors on the annual audit of the Authority's Financial Statements drawn up in compliance with International Financial Reporting Standards and is also responsible for the timely submission of required statutorily financial information to Parliament.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly organized and motivated Pre-Graduate Officer to support the Payroll team in the Finance function with day-to-day operations. You will be expected to carry out the following tasks:

Update leave entitlements for pre-graduate officers and employees working reduced hours in the Leave Management System (LMS).
Compile reports on the total number of hours worked by pre-graduate officers for inclusion in the monthly payroll runs.
Compile reports on additional hours worked by employees on reduced-hour schedules for inclusion in the monthly payroll runs.
Update employee details and work schedules in the Leave Management System (LMS).
Support team members with administrative, general accounting, and other ad hoc tasks as required.
Undertake any other duties assigned by the Head and/or as required by the MFSA from time to time based on the exigencies of the Authority.

About You

Interested candidates should be currently reading for, or in the process of obtaining a qualification at National Qualification Framework Level 6 or better, duly certified by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC) or a widely recognised professional qualification at a comparable level in Financial Services, Banking & Finance or any other related area.

The ideal applicant should demonstrate the following skills/experience:

Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to maintaining strict confidentiality.
Strong attention to detail.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to follow procedures and maintain consistency.
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Main tasks and responsibilities

During the Employment Period, the Employee shall carry out the following duties:

Collate, analyse, and process data through a range of tools such as MS Excel, and to also ensure that such data and other records are kept up to date;
Carry out research analysis;
Carry out pre-visit preparatory work;
Compile supervisory information for statistical purposes;
Coordinate with Supervisory functions, other local authorities and Licence Holders;
Communication, support and customer service of internal and external stakeholders;
Undergo other duties and tasks as may be assigned by senior management according to exigencies as may be required.

The MFSA is an Equal Opportunities Employer as certified by the NCPE (National Commission for the Protection of Equality) and is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will take care to avoid any form of discrimination in its recruitment procedures. The MFSA reserves the right to withdraw this call at any time and not to select any of the Candidates.

It is the responsibility of applicants in possession of qualifications awarded by Universities and other similar institutions outside Malta to produce a recognition statement on comparability of qualifications issued by the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre (MQRIC). Applicants should do so preferably at application stage or otherwise at the preliminary interview should an applicant be selected for such interview. Details can be obtained by accessing the National Commission for Further and Higher Education website on www.ncfhe.gov.mt under MQRIC heading.

The MFSA shall ensure that any processing of personal data is in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation), the Data Protection Act (Chapter 586 of the Laws of Malta) and any other relevant European Union and national law. For further details, you may refer to the Data Protection Policy on the MFSA webpage www.mfsa.mt.

Candidates are to note that the submission of any false statement/s or omission, even if unintended, may lead to the cancellation of their application and may render the candidate's appointment liable to termination.

Furthermore, please note that candidates may be asked to submit any documentation in support of the information provided, including but not limited to, proof of qualifications and Police Conduct Certificates.

Advertisement published9. September 2026

Application deadline21. October 2026

Language skills

No specific language requirements

Location

65, 70 Triq It-Torri, Birkirkara, Malta

Type of work

Skills

Data analysisPayroll processingMicrosoft CRMMicrosoft ExcelPhone communicationEmail communicationTeam workReport writing

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