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Payroll Accountant
British Council · Amman
Job description
About the role
The Payroll Accountant will support accurate and compliant payroll operations for assigned countries, ensuring timely processing of payroll data and maintaining the highest standards of accuracy.
Key responsibilities
- Validate and process payroll input data (new hires, exits, salary changes, allowances, deductions, benefits) in coordination with HR and Finance.
- Prepare and verify payroll input templates for review and approval by the Payroll Consultant.
- Maintain up‑to‑date payroll records and ensure documentation complies with Information Governance and Records Management policies.
- Ensure compliance with local statutory regulations (tax, pension, social security) and support audit readiness.
- Manage payroll‑related cases and employee queries in the case management system, collaborating with HR, Finance and external vendors.
Required profile
- Legal right to work in Jordan or Kenya at the time of application.
- Ability to work on‑site three days a week under a hybrid model.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to meet strict deadlines.
Required skills
- Experience with case management systems such as C4C.
- Proficiency in payroll software and payroll data validation.
What we offer
- One‑year fixed‑term contract with a competitive gross salary.
- Opportunity to work in an international organization with a presence in over 200 countries.
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British Council
Amman