Payroll Expert at Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company

Coca-Cola HBC (Coca-Cola Hellenic Bottling Company) is a bottling partner of The Coca-Cola Company. Coca-Cola HBC is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland and has a premium listing on the London Stock Exchange and secondary listing on the Athens Exchange. The Coca-Cola Company is the world's largest beverage company and operates in more than 200 countries.

Life at Coca-Cola HBC is fast-paced and challenging, with fair rewards and exciting learning opportunities. We promote an inclusive workplace, value diverse views and opinions and always appoint the best person for the job, ensuring equality in our shortlists and appointments. Take up the challenge. Join us!

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Payroll Expert

Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

• The Payroll Associate is responsible for supporting the accurate, timely, and compliant processing of employee payroll across the organization.
• The role ensures payroll transactions, statutory remittances, reporting, and related financial activities are executed in accordance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and established service standards.
• The Payroll Associate collaborates with internal stakeholders, external partners, and statutory agencies to maintain payroll integrity, confidentiality, and operational efficiency.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Process monthly payroll activities including salaries, allowances, deductions, loans, and statutory contributions.
• Ensure timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
• Prepare and analyze monthly payroll variance reports.
• Post payroll accruals and actuals accurately within established timelines.
• Conduct monthly payroll validation checks, including negative net pay reviews and payroll reconciliations.
• Ensure compliance with statutory deductions and remittances including PAYE, Pension, NHF, ITF, and NSITF.
• Support internal and external audits by providing payroll documentation and responding to audit queries.
• Coordinate with plant locations, HR teams, and Finance teams on payroll-related matters.
• Liaise with banking partners on employee scheme loans and amortization schedules.
• Support time and attendance compliance in partnership with HR Business Partners and location managers.
• Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure exceptional service delivery and employee satisfaction in responding to payroll-related enquiries.
• Support the Rewards team with other compensation and benefits activities as assigned.

Requirements

• HND or University Degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years' experience in Payroll Administration, Accounting, Compensation & Benefits, or a related field.
• Experience within the FMCG industry is an added advantage.
• Working knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• Good understanding of Nigerian payroll legislation and statutory requirements.
• Experience in payroll reporting, reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Familiarity with payroll controls, compliance, and audit requirements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• High level of integrity and ability to handle confidential information.
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online