Job Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced and detail oriented Payroll Officer to manage accurate and timely payroll processing, compensation and benefits administration, payroll records, and statutory compliance.
The successful candidate will work closely with HR and Finance to ensure efficient payroll operations and excellent employee service.
Key Responsibilities
Process monthly payroll accurately and within established deadlines.
Administer employee salaries, allowances, deductions, bonuses, and other payroll adjustments.
Manage employee benefits administration, including statutory and company-provided benefits.
Process PAYE, pension contributions, and other statutory deductions.
Reconcile payroll reports, bank payments, and payroll-related accounts.
Maintain accurate and confidential payroll and employee compensation records.
Respond to and resolve employee payroll and benefits queries.
Review payroll data and identify discrepancies, errors, and unusual transactions.
Support salary reviews, compensation analysis, and benefits administration.
Ensure compliance with applicable tax, pension, labour laws, and company policies.
Prepare payroll reports and management information as required.
Support internal and external payroll audits and compliance reviews.
Work closely with HR and Finance on new hires, exits, promotions, salary changes, and other employee movements.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, accuracy, and efficiency.
Job Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
3 - 5 years' experience in payroll administration, preferably within a structured organisation.
Professional certification in Accounting(ICAN), HR(CIPM), Payroll, or a related field is required.
Proven experience handling payroll, compensation, benefits, and statutory deductions.
Experience using payroll software/HRIS and advanced Excel.
Knowledge of Nigerian payroll, PAYE, pension, and statutory requirements.
Essential Skills & Competencies:
Strong payroll processing and reconciliation skills.
Good knowledge of PAYE, pensions, statutory deductions, and payroll compliance.
Strong numerical and analytical skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll/HRIS systems.
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong confidentiality, integrity, and organisational skills.
Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
Personal Attributes:
Highly organised and detail oriented.
Trustworthy and discreet when handling sensitive information.
Proactive and dependable.
Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines.
Strong customer-service orientation.