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In a bid to rectify payroll anomalies, the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) is calling upon public institutions to take proactive measures. The FWSC’s appeal for immediate action comes in response to the discovery of multiple irregularities during their extensive payroll monitoring initiative launched in April 2023.
Of the 17 entities examined thus far, the commission has unearthed several discrepancies, including impersonation, salary overpayments, and validation issues pertaining to employees. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the FWSC, Benjamin Arthur, has emphasized that the government stands to save a substantial amount, projected at over GH¢200,000 per month, if these anomalies are promptly rectified.
Addressing the media, Mr. Arthur conveyed, “We earnestly implore the various public sector institutions, particularly their management teams, to collaborate closely with the Controller to ensure that when anyone who undergoes validation is transferred from their original position, necessary amendments are made promptly. It is crucial that individuals who have undergone validation are accurately reported within the system.”
Furthermore, Mr. Arthur pointed out the prevalent issue of individuals altering their recorded dates of birth. He highlighted that it is not uncommon to find three different birthdates associated with a single individual: one on the payroll, one within the management’s records, one self-communicated by the individual, and one with the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). Consequently, the FWSC is urging the management of public sector institutions to address this matter efficiently.
