Payroll Officer - Yaounde

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Officer to manage all aspects of payroll processing for our organization. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in Cameroonian labor regulations, payroll calculations, and advanced Excel skills, with the ability to work  while ensuring accuracy and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees in full compliance with Cameroonian labor laws
• Calculate salaries, bonuses, deductions, taxes (IR/IRPP), and social security contributions (CNPS, pension funds)
• Maintain and update payroll records, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and contract modifications
• Prepare monthly payroll reports and submit statutory declarations to CNPS and tax authorities
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and confidentiality
• Monitor changes in labor legislation and ensure continuous compliance
• Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to optimize payroll workflows
• Ensure security and confidentiality of all payroll data

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Min 2 years of proven experience as a Payroll Officer
• In-depth knowledge of Cameroonian payroll regulations: CNPS, IR/IRPP, labor code, statutory deductions
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel: formulas, pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and meet strict monthly deadlines
• Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)
• High level of integrity and professionalism in handling confidential information
• Experience managing payroll for 50+ employees preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience with payroll software; Sage, SAP, or similar platforms (added advantage)
• Knowledge of contract law and labor dispute resolution
• Professional certification in payroll or accounting (added advantage)

What We Offer

• Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Clear career progression path toward Payroll Manager role
• Collaborative and supportive bilingual work environment
• Performance-based bonuses