Payroll Officer Job at PZ Cussons

PZ Cussons is a dynamic consumer products group and innovator of some of the world's best known and loved brands. Calling on over 130 years of expertise, we operate internationally in carefully selected developed and emerging markets that present the greatest strategic potential for future growth. Our world-class supply chain and distribution networks enable us to meet our global consumer needs and deliver quality brands that add value and enhance everyday lives.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Payroll Officer

Job ID: JR002369
Job Location: Ilupeju, Lagos 
Job type: Full-time

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures accurate and timely payroll processing and distribution, compliance with Nigerian labor laws and tax regulations (like Staff
• Product Pack, PAYE, pension, and WHT), and manages employee payroll data and records.
• Key responsibilities include overseeing the entire payroll cycle, managing relationships with external service providers, collaborating with HR and Finance, processing employee changes, and generating financial reports.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, including salary computation, tax deductions, pension contributions, and other benefits.
• Ensure compliance with Nigerian labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements (Group Life, PAYE, NHF, NSITF, ITF, pension, etc.).
• Manage payroll systems and ensure data accuracy, confidentiality, and integrity.
• Maintain employee payroll records and handle adjustments such as promotions, bonuses, and terminations.
• Prepare and submit statutory payroll reports and remittances to relevant authorities (FIRS, PenCom, NHF, etc.).
• Support the employees on Pension and Tax registration
• Guide employees on payroll policies, payslips, and document approval.
• Collaborate with HR/Benefits teams to ensure correct benefit enrolments and deductions.
• Provide support to store teams in the effective use of the ERP software
• Ensure all inquiries and complaints received via email are responded to and resolved within 24 hours.
• Monitor monthly payroll costs and work closely with the Finance
• Department for budgeting and reconciliation.
• Provide reports and analysis on payroll expenditures, trends, and headcount as required.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance teams to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries and resolve discrepancies or errors promptly.
• Manage external audits and ensure internal controls are adhered to in the payroll process.
• Supervise and train payroll staff or officers.
• Ensure HR documentation and processes comply with labour laws and company policies
• All other activities as required.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in payroll administration.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian labor laws, tax policies, and payroll regulations.
• Experience working with payroll software (e.g., Sage, PaySpace, SAP, QuickBooks, or other HRIS systems).
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and confidentiality.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, or CIPM (added advantage).

Added Experience:

• Experience in a multinational or large-scale organization in Nigeria.
• Familiarity with expatriate payroll and benefits (if applicable).
• Strong Excel and data management skills.