Purpose of the Role:
Oversee the execution of the monthly payroll including statutory
deductions and benefits as per the Equity group Reward Policy.
Key
Responsibilities / Deliverables:
- Ensure
the payroll timetable runs on time
- Ensure
accuracy of changes with all required approvals
- Check
the payroll runs as a first approver
- Prepare
audit schedules for internal and external auditors to facilitate
completion of audits within the designated timeframe.
- Proactively
manage internal controls within the Operational Risk framework and conduct
periodic self-assessments. Promptly escalate potential issues to ensure
timely resolution.
- Support
payroll and service delivery improvements by joining various reform
initiatives, including those focused on automation, process optimization,
and digital transformation.
- By
leveraging automation technologies, you can help streamline payroll
operations and enhance the efficiency and accuracy of service delivery
across the organization.
- Train
subsidiary payroll teams and carry out process standardization exercises.
- Establish
a risk register to systematically identify, assess, and document risks,
ensuring regular updates for effective risk monitoring and mitigation
planning.
Qualifications
Qualifications
/ Certifications:
- Bachelor’s
degree preferably in the fields of Accounting/Finance, Social Sciences,
Business
- CPA
K / ACCA is desired
- Membership
in IHRM or a similar established HR professional organization is
considered relevant.
- CHRP
is an added advantage.
Experience:
- A
minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR setting managing payroll
operations for multiple countries.
- Subject
matter expertise (on HR systems, Processes, pay & employment
legislation in Kenya & subsidiaries, HR policy & Procedures,
Financial controls policy, Operational Risk)
- Knowledge
of Payroll & benefit procedure delivery and HR systems
- Has
process discipline and quality orientation
- Keen
to prevent and solve problems
- Ability
to speak French is desired
How to
Apply
