We are seeking a detail-oriented and hands-on Payroll Senior to deliver accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services to multiple clients.

The Payroll Senior will manage end-to-end payroll processing for assigned clients, ensure full compliance with Kenyan statutory requirements, support client relationships, and deliver high-quality payroll services under the supervision of the Payroll Manager.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process end-to-end payroll for multiple clients accurately and on time.
• Review payroll inputs including overtime, bonuses, benefits, and adjustments.
• Calculate and file statutory deductions including PAYE, NSSF, SHA, NITA, Housing Levy, and other applicable levies.
• Prepare and submit payroll returns through KRA iTax.
• Maintain accurate payroll data, system integrity, and secure backups.
• Act as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned payroll clients and respond to queries professionally.
• Prepare payroll summaries and periodic reports for client review.
• Identify opportunities for additional payroll or related services and escalate appropriately.
• Prepare payroll outputs for review by the Payroll Manager prior to client release.
• Maintain proper documentation to support payroll audits and reviews.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting records and maintain strict confidentiality.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• CPA or ACCA qualification.
• 3-5 years' relevant payroll experience, preferably within a professional services firm.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan payroll laws and statutory compliance.
• High attention to detail, strong execution discipline, and good client communication skills.

• Process end-to-end payroll for multiple clients accurately and on time.
• Review payroll inputs including overtime, bonuses, benefits, and adjustments.
• Calculate and file statutory deductions including PAYE, NSSF, SHA, NITA, Housing Levy, and other applicable levies.
• Prepare and submit payroll returns through KRA iTax.
• Maintain accurate payroll data, system integrity, and secure backups.
• Act as the primary day-to-day contact for assigned payroll clients and respond to queries professionally.
• Prepare payroll summaries and periodic reports for client review.
• Identify opportunities for additional payroll or related services and escalate appropriately.
• Prepare payroll outputs for review by the Payroll Manager prior to client release.
• Maintain proper documentation to support payroll audits and reviews.
• Support internal and external payroll audits.
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting records and maintain strict confidentiality.

• High attention to detail
• Strong execution discipline
• Good client communication skills

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• CPA or ACCA qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Kenyan payroll laws and statutory compliance.