Payroll Accountant

Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

• Process end-to-end monthly payroll using SeamlessHR, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Compute salaries, allowances, bonuses, overtime, arrears, and deductions
• Manage statutory deductions and compliance (PAYE, Pension, NHF, NHIS, ITF, NSITF)
• Prepare and submit statutory schedules and remittances to relevant authorities
• Maintain payroll master data and ensure alignment with HR records
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll queries

Accounting & Financial:

• Post payroll journals into the general ledger
• Reconcile payroll accounts, salary control accounts, and statutory liabilities
• Support monthly and year-end financial closing activities relating to payroll
• Prepare payroll cost reports for management decision-making
• Support budgeting and forecasting of staff costs
• Assist in internal and external audits related to payroll and staff costs

Systems & Controls:

• Ensure payroll data integrity within SeamlessHR
• Implement and monitor payroll controls to prevent errors and fraud
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams on salary reviews, promotions, exits, and benefits changes
• Support system improvements and process optimization

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Professional certification (ICAN/ACCA) is highly preferred
• 4–6 years of experience handling payroll and accounting functions
• Hands-on experience using SeamlessHR.
• Strong knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and payroll regulations
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with accounting software
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity

Location: Lekki Phase 1