Payroll Advisor - Level 1

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Absa Group boasts over a century of history and a strong local presence combined with regional and global expertise. Joining this esteemed institution offers a chance to participate in a significant growth journey, shaping the group’s future as a proud African entity.

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Role Overview

The Payroll Advisor is responsible for administering payroll services by following established standard operating procedures. The role ensures a reliable, accurate, and secure payroll and pension payment process, providing assistance and support to employees and pensioners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and pension processing accurately and confidentially in line with governance for all country-specific requirements.
• Ensure correct calculation and processing of back pay, partial pay, leave pay, overtime, cost center changes, and regulatory payments such as PAYE, NSSF, and pensions, ensuring proper authorization.
• Maintain organized documentation of all payroll authorizations promptly.
• Handle expatriate payroll requirements in coordination with external advisors like PWC and KPMG.
• Prepare standard and ad hoc payroll reports monthly and annually for regulatory bodies and internal stakeholders.
• Comply with minimum payroll standards outlined in HR procedures manuals.
• Complete tax year-end processes accurately and on schedule.
• Process payroll dues according to governance requirements.
• Adhere fully to regulatory, risk management, and internal policy frameworks ensuring risk is understood and managed effectively.
• Ensure timely and accurate filing of payroll and pension records to limit risk and support excellent customer service.
• Contribute to enhancing operational processes within payroll and pension functions.
• Distribute payslips and execute additional administrative tasks assigned.
• Provide exceptional customer service by resolving employee and pensioner payroll inquiries professionally.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Human Resources or Finance is advantageous.

Experience

• Minimum of three years of payroll experience.
• Experience in HR administration.
• Background in bookkeeping or accounting.

Additional Information

Application deadline is 5th August 2026. Absa Bank Kenya emphasizes equal opportunity and affirmative action, preferring candidates from designated groups to ensure equitable representation and diversity.

Education

Holding a Further Education and Training Certificate (FETC) in Business, Commerce, or Management Studies is required.