Payroll Assistant at African Industries Group (AIG)

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll Assistant to support the payroll process for our employees. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of hands-on experience in payroll administration and be highly skilled in Excel for data entry, analysis, and reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation and processing of monthly payroll
• Collect, verify, and maintain employee attendance, overtime, and leave records
• Enter and update payroll-related data accurately in spreadsheets and systems
• Prepare payroll reports, reconciliations, and summaries using Excel
• Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements (PAYE, pension, etc.)
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees in a timely manner
• Support audits by providing necessary payroll documentation
• Maintain confidentiality of all payroll information

Qualifications & Requirements

• HND qualification or B.Sc. Degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a payroll or HR support role
• Strong Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, Formulas, Data Analysis)
• Basic knowledge of Nigerian payroll regulations and statutory deductions
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and integrity
• Strong organizational and communication skills