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People, Culture Services and Payroll Specialist

Coca Cola

Category
Management
Contract
Permanent
Deadline
25th November 2025
Location
Kampala

About Coca Cola

CCBA’s Ugandan subsidiary, officially changed its name to Coca-Cola Beverages Uganda Limited (CCBU) in 2022, after the consolidation of its bottling subsidiaries through the amalgamation of Rwenzori Bottling Company Limited and Century Bottling Company. Through these bottling companies CCBU has a 24-year track record in Uganda. CCBU is one of only three companies in Uganda to have achieved the prestigious Top Employer award for 2024 and 2025 based on a globally recognised human resources practice survey. Investing in Uganda, CCBA commissioned a US$10 million Rwenzori Pure Natural Mineral Water manufacturing line in 2019 at its Namanve site, which produces 24 000 bottles per hour. In Uganda, CCBA owns and runs a recycling plant called Plastic Recycling Industries (PRI) under Rwenzori Bottling Company. PRI is the leading plastics collection and recycling operation in the country and the only one owned and run by a bottler. Uganda is under the leadership of Emmy Hashakimana.

Job Description

As a P&C Services & Payroll Specialist, you will report directly to the Country Lead. People & Culture Services. The role exists to ensure efficient and accurate delivery of end-to-end payroll services while driving HR analytics, workforce planning, and compliance initiatives. This position will manage payroll operations, maintain data integrity, and provide timely reporting to support organizational decision-making. Additionally, the role will lead the workforce planning and budgeting process, and coordinate HR functions to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.

Responsibilities

  • Execute end-to-end payroll processes and maintain accurate records for salaries and benefits. Validate payroll inputs and reconcile net pay monthly to ensure error-free processing. Partner with HR to manage employee remuneration, organizational changes, and maintain a robust document control system for payroll activities.

  • Provide analytical support for HR functions by collecting, analyzing, and interpreting HR data to inform decision-making and drive strategic initiatives. Maintain and update the HR information system (HRIS) with employee records, time-off requests, and employment changes. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement HR tools, train HR business functions in their use, and ensure a smooth transition from existing systems.

  • Support workforce planning and budgeting by providing data for headcount planning, resource allocation, and forecasting for accruals and rolling estimates.

  • Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and organizational policies. Coordinate HR audits and ensure data accuracy for compliance.

  • Coordinate various HR functions and services to ensure efficient and effective HR operations, including employee onboarding, benefits administration, and employee relations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Industrial & Organizational Psychology and/or any other business-related Field. A postgraduate qualification in HRM is an added advantage

  • 3-4 years’ experience in payroll management and/or HR Services Management,  Knowledge of payroll processes, employee benefits, and HR compliance is essential

  • Proficient in verbal and written communication for managing payroll and HR inquiries

  • Strong problem-solving skills to resolve payroll and HR discrepancies efficiently

  • High numerical ability to verify data and ensure accurate deductions.

  • Exceptional organizational and time-management skills to coordinate multiple HR functions

  • Team collaboration skills to work effectively across HR, payroll and other organizational stakeholders

  • HR Systems Proficiency: Utilize HR information systems and payroll software effectively.