Payroll Analyst Job Athena

Payroll Processing: Manage end-to-end payroll cycles, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws and organizational policies.
Timekeeping Audits: Validate employee attendance and timekeeping records to ensure accuracy before payroll runs.
Statutory Compliance: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Kenyan tax regulations and social contributions, ensuring timely remittance and compliance.
Reporting: Prepare and review payroll reports and reconciliations for internal audits and management.
System Management: Work with payroll systems and tools to maintain data accuracy, troubleshoot issues, and recommend enhancements.
Employee Support: Serve as a point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing timely and clear resolutions.
Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to enhance payroll and timekeeping processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.

Key Stakeholders

Skills

Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with payroll software, spreadsheets, and timekeeping systems.
Analytical Skills: Strong ability to review data for accuracy and detect discrepancies.
Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills for internal and external correspondence.
Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot payroll discrepancies and propose effective solutions.
Confidentiality: High level of discretion when handling sensitive employee and company information.

Competencies

Attention to Detail: Ensures accurate payroll data and compliance reporting.
Accountability: Takes ownership of deadlines and quality of payroll outputs.
Integrity: Upholds the highest standards of ethical conduct and confidentiality.
Collaboration: Works cross-functionally with other teams to support business objectives.
Adaptability: Responds positively to changes in policies, systems, and regulatory updates.

Relevant Experience Required

Corporate Staffing