A Payroll Officer is responsible for ensuring that all employees receive their pay accurately and punctually. They monitor working hours, taxes, and deductions, while also maintaining records to ensure compliance with legal requirements. Additionally, payroll officers may assist with employee benefits, retirement plans, and workers’ compensation. They address payroll-related issues and support budget and audit processes. Payroll Officers collaborate closely with the Human Resources (HR) department and other teams to guarantee timely payroll distribution.
About the Role: Payroll Officer
A Payroll Officer is responsible for managing and processing employee payroll with accuracy and compliance. This role ensures timely salary payments, tax deductions, and benefits administration while maintaining payroll records and adhering to labor laws. The payroll officer plays a crucial role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time, contributing to overall job satisfaction and company efficiency.
Job Brief
We are seeking a meticulous Payroll Officer to manage and process employee payroll with precision and efficiency. In this position, you will handle salary payments, tax deductions, benefits, and ensure compliance with payroll regulations. The perfect candidate will possess strong numerical abilities, familiarity with payroll software, and a solid understanding of labor laws. If you are well organized and detail-oriented, we would be excited to welcome you to our team
Payroll Officer Roles & Responsibilities
Process employee payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws.
Maintain payroll records, including salaries, deductions, bonuses, and benefits.
Calculate taxes, social security, and other statutory deductions.
Ensure accurate processing of new hires, promotions, and terminations in payroll systems.
Address payroll-related inquiries from employees and resolve discrepancies.
Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance.
Prepare payroll reports for management and auditors.
Stay updated on payroll laws and regulations to ensure legal compliance.
Manage payroll software and recommend improvements for efficiency.
Handle confidential payroll information with the utmost discretion and integrity.
Required Skills & Qualifications for Payroll Officer
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.
Proven experience in payroll processing or a similar role.
Strong knowledge of payroll laws, tax regulations, and labor compliance.
Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.
Excellent numerical and analytical skills with a keen eye for detail.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities to meet strict deadlines.
Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to resolve payroll discrepancies.
Effective communication skills to interact with employees and management.
Familiarity with benefits administration and compensation structures is a plus.