About the Role
Cellulant is a leading digital commerce and payments company operating across multiple African markets, delivering innovative technology solutions to major multinational brands and financial institutions. We are currently looking for a driven and detail-oriented Trainee Payroll Analyst to join our collaborative People & Culture and Finance teams in Nigeria. In this role, you will gain hands-on experience in end-to-end payroll operations, statutory compliance, employee benefits administration, and workforce analytics.
Key Responsibilities- Support the preparation, validation, and processing of accurate and timely payroll for assigned Cellulant Group entities.
- Assist with payroll reconciliations, statutory deductions, filings, and remittances in compliance with local regulations.
- Respond to routine employee payroll and benefits queries while maintaining strict confidentiality of sensitive data.
- Assist in administering employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and managing enrolments or exits.
- Support payroll audits by preparing necessary documentation and validating employee records.
- Contribute to payroll and people analytics by preparing regular reports, tracking headcount, and analysing workforce metrics.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
- Recent graduate or early-career professional eager to develop expertise in payroll operations and HR analytics.
- Good numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
- Working proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including basic formulas and data analysis capabilities.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to meet strict reporting deadlines.
- High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential employee information.
- Comprehensive health insurance coverage and wellness benefits.
- Structured mentorship and professional development opportunities in a fast-paced tech environment.
- Collaborative and vibrant work culture with opportunities for career growth.