Payroll Accountant

Job Description The client is a quick service restaurant that offers a variety of quality fast food products and first-class services.

The Payroll Accountant is responsible for managing payroll administration, employee compensation processing, statutory compliance, and payroll reporting. The role ensures employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll accurately and within defined timelines. • Maintain payroll records including salaries, allowances, deductions, and benefits. • Manage payroll changes such as promotions, bonuses, overtime, and terminations. • Coordinate payroll approvals and reconciliation with finance. • Ensure compliance with statutory deductions including taxes, pensions, and other regulatory contributions. • Prepare and submit statutory reports to relevant authorities. • Stay updated on payroll regulations and labor laws. • Administer employee benefits and compensation structures. • Support salary reviews, compensation benchmarking, and benefits administration. • Address employee payroll inquiries and resolve discrepancies. • Generate payroll reports and analytics for management. • Maintain payroll data confidentiality and security. • Ensure accuracy within HRIS and payroll systems.

Requirements • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field. • 3-5 years experience in payroll administration or HR operations. • Experience with payroll software and HRIS systems is an added advantage