# Payroll Accountant Job Tatu City Canonical URL: https://primejobalerts.com/jobs/payroll-accountant-job-tatu-city Company: Tatu City Category: Accounting Location: Kenya Work type: Full-time Work arrangement: On-site Published: 2026-09-17 Expires: 2026-11-01 ## Job Description Accounting Jobs, Tatu City Jobs. Payroll Accountant manages payroll processing, reconciles tax withholdings, and ensures statutory compliance, requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA(K), and 3+ years payroll management experience. Job Summary We are seeking a Payroll Accountant to manage and oversee the end-to-end payroll process while supporting financial accounting functions. The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of experience, preferably from a Big 5 audit firm, and demonstrate high levels of integrity, confidentiality, and technical accounting expertise. ### Key Responsibilities Payroll Management - Process and manage monthly payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and compliance with statutory requirements (PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, HELB, etc.) - Maintain up-to-date payroll records and ensure timely submission of statutory returns - Prepare and post payroll journals to the general ledger - Coordinate with HR on employee contracts, onboarding, exits, and benefits administration (e.g., medical insurance, pensions) - Handle payroll reconciliations and resolve discrepancies - Ensure compliance with Kenyan labor laws and internal policies Financial Accounting Support - Assist in month-end and year-end closing processes - Support preparation of financial statements and audit schedules - Reconcile payroll-related accounts and assist in general ledger maintenance - Participate in budgeting and forecasting processes related to staff costs Confidentiality & Compliance - Maintain strict confidentiality of employee and company information - Ensure adherence to internal controls and audit requirements - Support internal and external audits related to payroll and employee costs Requirements - Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field - CPA (K), ACCA, or equivalent professional qualification - Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, preferably with a Big 5 firm - Proven experience in payroll processing and financial accounting - Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Sage 300, Dynamics 365) and Excel - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent attention to detail and organizational ability ### How to Apply Clic here to apply ## Apply Use the canonical Prime Job Alerts page for full application instructions and source verification.