Job Summary:
The Payroll Officer is responsible for accurately processing employee salaries, benefits, and deductions in a timely manner while ensuring compliance with local labor laws and company policies. The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong knowledge of payroll systems and procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Processing:
• Prepare and process monthly payroll for all employees accurately and on time.
• Calculate salaries, overtime, bonuses, deductions, and allowances.
• Ensure correct computation of taxes, social security contributions, and other statutory deductions.
• Record Keeping & Documentation:
• Maintain payroll records, attendance logs, leave balances, and employee information.
• Ensure all payroll data is updated and accurate in the HR/payroll system.
• Compliance & Reporting:
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and company policies.
• Prepare payroll reports for management, finance, and auditors.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees or authorities.
• Coordination & Communication:
• Work closely with HR and Finance departments for employee onboarding, offboarding, and payroll-related adjustments.
• Handle employee inquiries regarding salaries, deductions, or benefits.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and implement best practices.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of all payroll information.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Payroll Officer or Payroll Specialist.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, local labor laws, and tax regulations.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and payroll software

Job Type: Full-time