Payroll Administration: Implementing standard practice for salaries, bonuses & taxes

overview

Course Overview

Why Should I Attend the Payroll Administration Training?

Master Payroll Compliance & Efficiency: Ensure Accurate Payments and Regulatory Adherence

This Payroll Administration training course provides comprehensive knowledge and practical skills required to manage an organization's payroll effectively, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with local tax laws and statutory regulations in Nigeria. It is designed to equip participants with methodologies for calculating salaries, deductions, benefits, and taxes, understanding pension and social security contributions, processing payroll efficiently, and maintaining meticulous records to avoid penalties and foster employee satisfaction. The management of the payroll system of any organization is an important function of the human resource unit. If poorly managed can result in losses for the organization.

  • Career Advancement: Enhance your skills in HR, finance, and accounting, positioning yourself for critical roles in payroll management, compensation, and HR operations.
  • Ensure Compliance: Gain in-depth knowledge of Nigerian tax laws and statutory deductions (PAYE, Pension, NHF, NHIS, ITF, NSITF) to prevent costly penalties and legal issues.
  • Optimize Payroll Processes: Learn best practices for efficient payroll processing, leveraging technology, and improving accuracy, leading to reduced administrative burden and increased employee trust.

Learning Outcomes

What Will You Learn in Our Payroll Administration Course?

By the end of the Payroll Administration course, participants will be able to:

  • Understand the fundamental principles of payroll processing, including calculating employee pay, deductions, and taxes.
  • Gain proficiency in using payroll software to automate payroll tasks.
  • Learn about relevant labor laws and regulations, and ensure compliance in payroll practices.
  • Develop strong data entry and record-keeping skills to maintain accurate payroll records.
  • Apply effective communication and interpersonal skills to address employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll.

Curriculum

Creating a Payroll System

The General Payroll Process

The Outsourced Payroll Process

The In-House Computerized Payroll Process

The In-House Manual Payroll Process

Payroll Change System


Payroll Procedures and Controls

Payroll Procedures

The Need for Control Systems

Key Payroll Controls

When to Eliminate Controls


Payroll Best Practices

Use Biometric Time Clocks

Prohibit Deductions for Employee Purchases

Link Payroll Changes to Employee Events

Consolidate Payroll Systems


Earnings

Base Pay

Overtime Pay

Commissions


Payroll Taxes and Remittances

Federal Income Taxes

State Income Taxes

Registering with the Government for Tax Remittances


Payroll Deductions

Mandatory deductions

Employee deductions

Indemnity deductions

Union fare deductions

Pay advancement

Overpayment of wages

who attends

Right For You

Is the Payroll Administration Training Right for You?

Participants enrolling for this programme will be required to have basic computing skills. Participants who meet the programme requirement should pay the course fee and complete the enrollment form 2 weeks before the programme kick off date.

Requirements:

  • Experienced individuals who manage payroll administration activities in diverse fields
  • Working professionals seeking to change career, job or industry to human resource related field
  • HR Officers, Managers, and Administrators.
  • Accountants and Finance Officers.
  • Admin Professionals responsible for payroll functions.
  • Business Owners and Entrepreneurs.
  • Compliance Officers.
  • Anyone new to payroll or seeking to deepen their understanding and ensure compliance with Nigerian payroll regulations.

Prospective applicants who do not meet the programme requirement but want to join the programme should talk to a Career Advisor.

Key Program Features

Certification

What Are the Benefits of the Payroll Administration Certificate?

  • Acquire essential competencies in accurate payroll calculation, tax compliance, statutory remittance, and efficient payroll processing, through a comprehensive and hands-on learning approach.
  • Improve your ability to manage complex payroll functions, ensure timely and accurate employee payments, and maintain full regulatory compliance, making you an invaluable asset to any organization.
  • Gain valuable real-world experience through practical exercises that simulate common payroll challenges and their effective resolution in the Nigerian context.
  • Establish a strong foundation for career progression in HR, finance, and administration roles, becoming a highly sought-after professional in ensuring employee satisfaction and corporate compliance.

teaching team

Meet Your Facilitator(s)

Chukwuma Agomo

Chukwuma Agomo

Lead L&D ConsultantNigeria

MBA in Human Resource Management; Data Science for Business certification from Harvard Business School.

Chukwuma Agomo is a seasoned HR professional and data analyst with an MBA in Human Resource Management and a Data Science for Business certification from Harvard Business School. As the Lead L&D Consultant at Primer Hub Limited, he combines strategic thinking with practical skills to design impactful training programs that enhance employee engagement, productivity, and performance. His expertise includes leadership development, data-driven HR strategies, and diversity and inclusion initiatives. Chukwuma has successfully led projects such as leadership programs for multinational corporations and data analyses of employee turnover, earning recognition as a top trainer and sought-after speaker in his field.

Kristy Ejikeme

Kristy Ejikeme

Head Admin/HRNigeria

Master's in Public Administration; Bachelor's in Mass Communication; ACIPM (Associate Chartered Institute of Personnel Management)

Kristy Ejikeme is a dedicated and accomplished trainer specializing in Human Capital Development, with over a decade of experience in personnel management, customer relationships, and office administration. Holding a Master’s in Public Administration and a Bachelor’s in Mass Communication, Kristy combines strategic thinking with effective communication skills. She is certified with the ACIPM accreditation, showcasing her commitment to continuous learning. As a trainer, Kristy excels in masterful communication, empathetic leadership, relationship-building, conflict resolution, and organizational expertise. Beyond teaching, she serves as Head Admin/HR at Piston and Fusion Business Academy, applying her skills to ensure smooth operations and the development of human capital within the organization.

course schedule

The Schedule For This Course

Piston and Fusion offer the Payroll Administration Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See dates for classroom and virtual online class.

Classroom & Virtual

Payroll Administration Course Schedule for Lagos, Abuja, & Online

Weekdays

Dates:

30th Oct – 31th Oct, 2025

As of Sun Jul 27 2025

Days:

Thu & Fri

Time:

8:30am – 3:30pm

Duration:

2 days

Weekends

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What It Will Cost

Piston and Fusion offer the Payroll Administration Course as Classroom in Lagos and Virtual Online Class in other states in Nigeria. See fees for classroom and virtual online class.

Standard

₦190,000

Virtual Only

Course Materials

PDF

Certificate

PDF

Manual, Cases & Templates

PDF

Mentorship

-

Refreshment

-

Perks

-

-

Additional Services

-

-

Standard Plus

₦240,000

Virtual Only

Course Materials

PDF

Certificate

PDF

Manual, Cases & Templates

PDF

Mentorship

3 Months

Refreshment

-

Perks

-

-

Additional Services

CV & LinkedIn Profile Development

Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)

Professional

₦270,000

Classroom & Virtual

Course Materials

Print & PDF

Certificate

Print

Manual, Cases & Templates

Print

Mentorship

-

Refreshment

Teabreak & Lunch

Perks

Souvenir

Notepad & Pen

Additional Services

-

-

Professional Plus

₦320,000

Classroom & Virtual

Course Materials

Print & PDF

Certificate

Print

Manual, Cases & Templates

Print & PDF

Mentorship

3 Months

Refreshment

Tea Break & Lunch

Perks

Souvenir

Notepad & Pen

Additional Services

CV & LinkedIn Profile Development

Exam Application (Only for Certification courses)

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Talk to the Career Advisor and join the next schedule.

How to Apply:

  • Check the website to select a course of choice and fee.
  • Pay the registration fee and tuition to P&F account domiciled at First Bank
  • DETAILS
    Account Name: Piston & Fusion Ltd
    Account Number: 2015242578
    Bank: First Bank of Nigeria
  • Complete the enrollment form ONLY AFTER PAYMENT
  • CASH PAYMENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED, ALL PAYMENTS MUST BE MADE TO THE COMPANY’S ACCOUNT.

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