Payroll Officer – Accurate Payroll Processing

About the role

Remotown is building a curated network of African talent to connect experienced payroll professionals with partner companies. Selected Payroll Officers will join the talent pool and be matched with future payroll roles as they arise.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll accurately and on time.
• Calculate salaries, overtime, allowances, bonuses, and deductions.
• Manage statutory deductions and remittances such as income tax, pension, and social security contributions.
• Maintain payroll records and employee data, and prepare payslips and payroll reports for HR and Finance.
• Handle employee payroll queries and reconcile payroll with HR and finance records.

Required profile

• 2+ years of experience in payroll, accounting, or HR operations.
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, HR Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Working knowledge of statutory payroll requirements in Ghana or Nigeria.
• Business‑fluent English, both written and spoken.
• Right to work in Ghana or Nigeria.

Required skills

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas and reconciliations.
• Experience with payroll software or HRIS.