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Payroll Intern

CompanyCareer Directions Limited (CDL)
LocationNairobi
Work ModeOn Site
PostedMarch 13, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The intern will support the payroll and HR team by assisting in the preparation, verification, and administration of payroll processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all requirements. Key duties include processing payroll changes, verifying data, resolving discrepancies, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate payroll records.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
116
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
40 hours
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About The Company
CDL is a proactive Human Resource Management consultancy firm specializing in Strategic Labour Force Outsourcing, Recruitment, Training, Payroll Processing and Total Human Resource Management. Since 2003, we have been a one-stop shop for all HR related queries and support in and around East Africa. We champion best practice in Human Resource while going the extra mile to proactively address workers needs in order to achieve optimum productivity & profitability. Our Mission To support and contribute to our partners success while improving the lives'​ of the community. Our Vision To be a partner of choice in providing quality manpower outsourcing solutions. Our Core Values 1.Professionalism: Conducting our business in the most professional way 2.Respect: Giving due respect to self and others and maintain the environment of teamwork and growth. 3.Passion: To be passionate in all we do. 4.Integrity: To act with honesty and integrity without compromising the truth.
About the Role


Job Title: Payroll Intern
Department: Human Resources / Payroll
Reports To: Payroll Officer / HR Manager


Job Purpose

To support the payroll and HR team in the preparation, verification, and administration of payroll processes while ensuring accuracy, proper documentation, and compliance with statutory and organizational requirements.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll in accordance with established timelines and procedures.
  • Review and verify employee payroll data including names, pay rates, bank details, tax numbers, and statutory information (SHIF, NSSF, etc.).
  • Support the processing of payroll changes such as promotions, transfers, salary adjustments, and new hires.
  • Assist in verifying payroll inputs received from supervisors and ensure accuracy before processing.
  • Help identify and report payroll discrepancies and assist in resolving them with relevant stakeholders.
  • Assist in the preparation and distribution of payslips to employees.
  • Support the preparation of payroll reports for management review and approval.
  • Assist in verifying statutory and third-party deductions including PAYE, NHIF, NSSF, SACCO contributions, and other authorized deductions.
  • Maintain accurate and systematic filing of payroll records and documentation.
  • Respond to basic employee payroll queries and escalate complex issues where necessary.
  • Provide payroll-related data to HR and authorized stakeholders when required.
  • Ensure compliance with payroll policies, procedures, and applicable statutory regulations.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Maths, Statistics,Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Basic knowledge of payroll processes and statutory deductions is an added advantage.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.
  • Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and good organizational skills.

 



Key Skills
Payroll ProcessingData VerificationStatutory ComplianceHR SupportDocumentationPromotionsTransfersSalary AdjustmentsNew HiresDiscrepancy ResolutionPayslip DistributionPayroll ReportingDeduction VerificationRecord KeepingEmployee QueriesMS Office
Categories
Finance & AccountingHuman ResourcesAdministrative