Payroll Officer Job at Dangote Group

Dangote Group is one of Nigeria’s most diversified business conglomerates with a hard – earned reputation for excellent business practices and products’ quality with its operational headquarters in the bustling metropolis of Lagos, Nigeria in West Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Payroll Officer

Job Location: Okpella Plant, Edo

Job Summary

• We are seeking a dedicated Payroll Officer at Dangote - Okpella Cement Limited who will be responsible for overseeing the company’s payroll process, ensuring that all employees are paid accurately and on schedule.
• This position demands careful management of payroll records, handling of disbursements, and strict adherence to company policies and applicable labor laws.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

• Administer and process payroll for all staff at Dangote - Okpella Cement Limited on a defined cycle.
• Maintain comprehensive payroll records, including salaries, deductions, bonuses, and employee benefits, in line with company standards.
• Review and verify timesheets, overtime, and leave applications to guarantee payroll accuracy for all operational and administrative personnel.
• Prepare and distribute pay slips, direct deposit notifications, or other payment documents to employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations, as well as company and Dangote Group guidelines.
• Ensures remittance of statutory deductions to the relevant authorities such as PAYE, Pension, NHF, NSITF, etc.
• Ensure Expatriate Living Expenses Allowance preparation and submit on a monthly basis.
• Preparation of Fixed Term Contract wages.
• Accurately calculate and process deductions such as tax withholdings, pensions, and other staff benefits in accordance with employer policies.
• Respond promptly to employee payroll inquiries, resolving discrepancies in collaboration with human resources and finance teams.
• Preparation of Production Incentives.
• Ensure accurate Loan deduction and submit monthly report on loan related issues.
• Collating of Housing upfront for staff base on request.
• Signing of loans request from staff in cooperative
• Generate regular payroll reports for management review, audits, and financial planning at Okpella Cement Limited.
• Coordinate with the HR and finance departments regarding onboarding, terminations, and changes in employment status.
• Stay current with changes in payroll best practices and regulations relevant to the Dangote Group and Nigeria’s labor environment.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time by Sectional Heads.

Requirements
Education and Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (3) years of progressive experience in Compensation and Benefit role.
• Professional certification such as CIPM is an advantage.

Skills And Competencies:

• Demonstrated experience in payroll administration, preferably within the manufacturing or industrial sector.
• Familiarity with payroll software solutions like SAP and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel).
• Proficiency in the use of accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Integrity and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Teamwork skills