Payroll Expert

About the Role

• The Payroll Associate is responsible for supporting the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of employee payroll across the organization.
• The role ensures payroll transactions, statutory remittances, reporting, and related financial activities are executed in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and established service standards.
• The Payroll Associate collaborates with internal stakeholders, external partners, and statutory agencies to maintain payroll integrity, confidentiality, and operational efficiency.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll activities including salaries, allowances, deductions, loans, and statutory contributions.
• Ensure timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
• Prepare and analyze monthly payroll variance reports.
• Post payroll accruals and actuals accurately within established timelines.
• Conduct monthly payroll validation checks, including negative net pay reviews and payroll reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions and remittances including PAYE, Pension, NHF, ITF, and NSITF.
• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Coordinate with plant locations, HR teams, and Finance teams on payroll-related matters.
• Liaise with banking partners on employee scheme loans and amortization schedules.
• Support time and attendance compliance in partnership with HR Business Partners and location managers.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery and employee satisfaction in responding to payroll-related enquiries.
• Support the Rewards team with other compensation and benefits activities as assigned.

Requirements

• HND or University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years' experience in Payroll Administration, Accounting, Compensation & Benefits, or a related field.
• Experience within the FMCG industry is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Good understanding of Nigerian payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Experience in payroll reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with payroll controls, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

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