Accountant – Payroll

About this role

Role is Accountant – Payroll in Abuja for Nexia Nigeria, supporting payroll processing and related accounting for multiple clients in a professional services setting. The position requires detailed, compliant payroll administration and accounting within an outsourced department.

What you would do

• Prepare and remit payroll obligations on time.
• Process staff changes and payroll variations (hires, exits, promotions, salary changes, allowances, deductions).
• Maintain payroll records and audit trails; reconcile payroll to GL and statutory remittances.
• Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies; respond to queries from clients and employees.
• Produce payroll journals, schedules, payslips, and periodic client/management reports.
• Support payroll audits and other accounting/outsourcing duties as required.

What they are asking for

• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline (minimum 2:1).
• 2–5 years' experience in payroll processing, accounting, or outsourcing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with payroll software and accounting systems.
• Knowledge of Nigerian payroll, PAYE, pension, NHF, NSITF and related statutory requirements.
• Professional qualifications such as ICAN, ACCA, or ANAN are an added advantage.
• Strong numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills with excellent communication and organisational abilities.

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