PAYROLL PROCEDURES

111 Dr McFETRIDGE (Morphett) (31 July 2007). Has the Department implemented new processes to review certificates and leave return registers, and are reports returned to payroll in a timely manner and follow ups undertaken for non-compliance?

The Hon. P.F. CONLON (Elder—Minister for Transport, Minister for Infrastructure, Minister for Energy): I provide the following information:

The Department has implemented the following new processes to review certificates and leave return registers

An automated system has been developed and is being implemented to assist with reviewing, returning and following up on non-compliance

A revised policy has been issued to draw all managers' attention to the requirement for certificates and leave returns to be completed in a timely manner

Manual processes have been strengthened to include the forwarding on a fortnightly basis of reminder notices and, if necessary, second reminders are issued.

Payroll and employee services for the former DAIS Divisions are provided by the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF).