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Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in payroll processing, statutory compliance, and data analysis, with a strong focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Proficient in collaborating with cross-functional teams to resolve discrepancies and support payroll audits.
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Payroll ProcessingStatutory ComplianceData AnalysisMicrosoft ExcelHRIS Knowledge
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Hard Skills
Payroll ProcessingStatutory DeductionsPayroll ReconciliationData VerificationNumerical AnalysisBasic AccountingPayroll SystemsHR AdministrationData AnalysisTrend Identification
Soft Skills
Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementDiscretionCollaboration
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft ExcelHRISPayroll Systems
Industry Keywords
PayrollEmployee BenefitsStatutory CompliancePeople AnalyticsBudget Utilization
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Support preparation and processing of payroll for assigned Cellulant Group entities
- Collect, validate and consolidate payroll inputs, including employee changes, allowances, deductions and adjustments
- Assist with payroll reconciliations and payroll data verification
- Support preparation of statutory deductions, filings and remittances, including KRA, NSSF, SHA and other applicable requirements
- Maintain accurate payroll records and supporting documentation
- Identify payroll discrepancies and follow through on resolution with guidance
- Support payroll system updates, testing and process improvement initiatives
- Respond to routine employee payroll queries and escalate complex matters
- Prepare regular payroll reports and reconciliations
- Provide payroll and headcount information for budgeting and forecasting
- Track People & Culture budget utilisation against approved budgets
- Support payroll audits by preparing documentation and validating payroll information
- Collaborate with People & Culture and Finance to resolve discrepancies
- Support administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans and other company benefits
- Assist with benefit enrolments, changes and exits
- Respond to routine employee benefits questions and liaise with benefits providers
- Maintain employee benefits information in the HRIS and other relevant systems
- Support benefits reconciliations and verification of provider invoices
- Handle employee and benefits information according to applicable data protection requirements
- Prepare payroll and people reports and analyse payroll costs, headcount, employee movements and workforce metrics
- Maintain and update payroll and people dashboards
- Conduct routine data checks and reconciliations
- Prepare workforce information for People & Culture and business stakeholders
- Develop capability in translating payroll and people data into meaningful insights
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Statistics, Economics or a related field
- Recent graduate or early-career professional interested in payroll, HR operations or people analytics
- Basic understanding of payroll, accounting, HR administration or statutory compliance is an advantage
- Good numerical and analytical skills
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including formulas and basic data analysis
- Knowledge of Pivot Tables and lookup functions is an advantage
- Exposure to HRIS, payroll or accounting systems through employment, internship or academic work is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to work with confidential employee and payroll information
- Good organisation and time-management skills, with ability to meet established deadlines
- Willingness and ability to learn quickly and take feedback
- Ability to work with payroll processes, systems and statutory requirements
- Ability to identify basic trends and discrepancies in data
- Ability to follow established processes and maintain documentation
- Ability to investigate routine discrepancies and escalate issues when required
- Ability to collaborate with People & Culture, Finance, employees and external providers
- Discretion and sound judgement when handling sensitive employee, payroll and benefits information
Benefits
Comp & perks- Market-related compensation
- Generous personal time off
- Medical insurance benefits (markets permitting)
- Life insurance benefits (markets permitting)
- Supportive, collaborative work environment
- Growth and development through individualised career paths
- Equal opportunity and inclusive workplace
- Reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process