Head of Payroll at AAA Growers

• To oversee and ensure the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of payroll and HR administrative functions at the farm level, while supporting broader administrative, training, welfare, and compliance responsibilities.

• Maintain accurate records of employee attendance, leave, bonuses, gratuity, and discipline.
• Ensure timely submission of HR and payroll documentation to Head Office.
• Assist departmental heads with HR matters and provide operational support.
• Maintain effective communication with local Labour Office and ensure legal compliance.
• Advise HR Manager on staff discipline and welfare issues in line with company policy.
• Coordinate junior-level recruitment and onboarding at the farm level.
• Monitor daily attendance registers and provide data for wage/salary processing.
• Ensure payroll data integrity and compliance with EBA and statutory requirements.
• Support the Group Payroll Manager in updating payroll and training manuals.
• Handle payroll-related staff queries professionally and accurately.
• Administer records for superannuation, insurance, employee benefits, and Workers’ Compensation.
• Process terminations and redundancies in line with applicable legislation and policy.
• Recommend improvements for payroll processes and systems to align with best practices.

• Identify training needs in collaboration with HR and Technical Teams.
• Coordinate training sessions, collect feedback, and maintain comprehensive training records

• Oversee local logistics including farm transport and inter-farm deliveries.
• Manage office operations and support multidisciplinary team needs.
• Collaborate with site transport/workshop team to manage fuel and fleet usage.
• Monitor machine and equipment efficiency and optimize resource usage.
• Maintain petty cash records and oversee local supplier purchases.
• Engage with local authorities on statutory matters as per Kenyan law.
• Manage store inventory and coordinate regular stock-takes.

• Liaise with the Farm Security Manager and external agencies on all security issues.
• Support implementation of health and safety protocols across the farm.
• Serve as a key member of the Health & Safety Committee.

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in HR, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in payroll and HR operations, ideally in the agricultural or manufacturing sector.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan labor laws, payroll systems, and EBA requirements.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of confidentiality, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Proficient in payroll software and MS Office tools.

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