Deputy Manager, Payroll Section Job CBK

• Enhance internal controls.
• Champion the development, implementation and execution of payroll role in finance department as a critical component of ensuring the Bank meets its contractual obligations in line with approved policies & procedures.
• Making proposals for payroll policy development and payroll operation manual.

• Review the process of disbursement of staff emoluments.
• Assist managing payroll workload to meet operational requirements.
• Review statutory deductions reporting and filing requirements.
• Review monthly payroll reports.
• Review payroll accounts reconciliations and ensure adherence to the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Continually review and report on payroll related policies procedures and processes.
• Maintain payroll data information and records in accordance with statutory requirements.
• Assist in processing payment of staff salary advances and development loans.
• Be on the lookout for any new legislation impacting payroll and inform the Manager accordingly.
• Maintain high professional standards on confidentiality and integrity.

• Deputize the Manager Payroll Section.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Finance Department leadership and the Bank.

• Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting or any other relevant degree from a reputable university.
• Post graduate degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
• Professional qualification(s) in accounting e.g. CPA (K), ACCA or equivalent.
• Membership of ICPAK or ACCA.

• Five (5) years post qualification experience in a busy accounting related area.

• Must have excellent understanding of Payroll Management and processes.
• Thorough understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
• Excellent grasp of Financial & Management Accounting.
• Proficiency in payroll software and systems.
• Knowledge of Human Resource policies and practices.
• Excellent knowledge of Accounts Analysis and Reconciliation.
• Excellent grasp Taxation & relevant legislation.
• Knowledge of pension rules and regulations.
• Analytical acumen.
• Experience working with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems and its interface with other third-party systems.

• Leadership and people management.
• High level of interpersonal and cross-cultural skills.
• Critical & analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Project management skills.
• Organisational and administrative skills
• Strategic thinking and decision making and ability to identify and recommend emerging trends.
• Independence of thought and objectivity.
• Lives the CBK values.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Risk management awareness.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and drive change.
• Ability to work under pressure of deadlines.
• Emotional intelligence.

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