Job title: Payroll Accountant Job at Nestoil Plc
Company:
Job description: Nestoil Plc was incorporated in Nigeria in 1991 for the provision of Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) services to the energy and oil & gas industry. Since then, Nestoil has grown to become the leading indigenous EPC provider for major IOCs (International Oil Companies) in Sub-Saharan Africa like National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Shell, Exxon Mobil, Chevron, Total, etc.We are recruiting to fill the position below:Job Position: Payroll AccountantJob Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-timeJob Description
- We are on an evolutionary journey where we’re changing our story. We are looking to hire an experienced Payroll Accountant to join our diverse team in our Company.
- In this role, you will manage the payroll process, ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, and maintain accurate payroll records.
- The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of payroll accounting principles and practices, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
As a Payroll Accountant, you will be responsible for:
- Managing the payroll process, including processing payroll, verifying payroll data, and ensuring accurate and timely payment of employees.
- Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations related to payroll, including tax withholding, benefits, and payroll deductions.
- Maintaining accurate payroll records and prepare reports for management and regulatory agencies.
- Communicating with employees regarding payroll-related inquiries and issues.
- Providing support for audits related to payroll and benefits.
- Reconciling payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Collaborating with HR to ensure accurate employee data and maintain employee payroll records.
- Developing and implementing processes and procedures to improve payroll efficiency and accuracy.
- Assisting with other accounting and finance functions as needed.
Requirements
What are we looking for:
- First Degree in Finance/ Accounting/ Economics
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll accounting
- A postgraduate degree will be an added advantage.
- Relevant professional qualification e.g., Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria (ICAN), Association of Certified and Chartered.
- Familiarity with payroll software and systems, such as SAP is preferred.
- Strong understanding of payroll accounting principles and practices
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- Knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
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Location: Nigeria
Job date: Sun, 20 Apr 2025 03:24:44 GMT