CIC Group Hiring Assistant Accountant – Payroll

PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Senior Payroll Accountant, the role holder will support the processing, reconciliation, and reporting of payroll transactions across CIC Group entities, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant payroll operations while upholding confidentiality and internal controls.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Payroll Processing Support

• Assist in preparing payroll inputs such as new hires, exits, allowances, deductions, and leave adjustments.
• Collate and validate supporting documents and data before payroll runs.
• Support the calculation and verification of statutory deductions and staff benefits.

2. Statutory Compliance

• Prepare schedules for statutory remittances including PAYE, SHIF, NHIF, NSSF, HELB, and pension deductions.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory returns within set deadlines.
• Maintain proper records for audit and compliance purposes.

3. Reconciliation and Reporting

• Assist in monthly payroll reconciliations between payroll records and the general ledger.
• Investigate and support resolution of any payroll-related discrepancies.
• Generate reports to support internal stakeholders including Finance and People & Culture (P&C).

4. 4. System Updates and Record Management

• Update and maintain accurate payroll records and employee data in the ERP (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics AX).
• File payroll documents in accordance with company policies for accessibility and audit readiness.
• Support payroll system upgrades, testing, and issue resolution.

5. Internal Controls and Audit Support

• Maintain confidentiality and data integrity in handling employee payroll information.
• Support the implementation of payroll controls and segregation of duties.
• Provide requested documentation and clarification during internal and external audits.

If you have the aforementioned professional and academic qualifications and you are ready to execute the above mandate, strictly apply through:  https://careers.cicinsurancegroup.com/ clearly indicating the position being applied for.

The application should reach us by close of business on 20^th May, 2025. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear from us by 30^th June, 2025 consider your application unsuccessful.

N/B: This job advert is open to both internal and external candidates

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