Operations

Agents Payroll & Benefit Specialist At Apa Life Assurance Company Ltd

APA Life Assurance Company Ltd·Nairobi, kenya·Full Time·Internship
OperationsFull TimeInternship
-Closes Oct 4, 2026

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Agency Payroll, Commissions & Benefits

  • Prepare, validate, and process monthly agency payroll, commissions, overrides, retainers, incentives, and approved benefits within established timelines.
  • Process adjustments, reversals, clawbacks, advances, recoveries, and statutory or authorized deductions accurately.
  • Maintain agent benefit, allowance, and entitlement records, including enrollment, claims administration, and exit benefit processes.
  • Implement approved career path programs, sales force benefits, incentive schemes, and campaigns in line with company policies.

Data Management, Reconciliations & Controls

  • Verify and maintain accurate agent master data, bank details, tax information, agency codes, and remuneration records.
  • Reconcile remuneration, payroll, benefits, policy, and finance data across relevant systems, including the General Ledger.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies, duplicate or missing payments, incorrect deductions, and outstanding account balances.
  • Maintain complete audit trails and support internal and external audits, compliance reviews, and control improvement initiatives.

Agency Operations Support

  • Track sales force account debits and credits, ensuring accurate recovery and clearance of advances and outstanding balances.
  • Support coding of sales teams in accordance with company guidelines.
  • Facilitate onboarding of sales teams and ensure provision of approved tools of trade.
  • Coordinate sales management meetings, awards forums, and other agency support activities as assigned.
  • Support learning and development initiatives for the sales force, including coordination of training programs and academies.

Reporting & Stakeholder Management

  • Prepare monthly reports and analysis on commissions, payroll, incentives, benefits utilization, deductions, recoveries, variances, and outstanding issues.
  • Track, report, and maintain records for sales force business acquisition activities, employer markets, and partnerships.
  • Respond promptly to remuneration and benefits-related queries and provide statements where required.
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to resolve operational, payroll, and benefits administration issues, escalating high-risk matters where necessary.

Compliance & Governance

  • Ensure compliance with company policies, delegated authority limits, regulatory requirements, and applicable tax laws related to payroll and benefits administration.
  • Safeguard confidentiality of payroll and remuneration information.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities through reviews, audits, and data analytics.

ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Human Resources, Insurance, or a related field.

JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

  • Numerical accuracy and strong reconciliation skills.
  • Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability.
  • Knowledge of internal controls, compliance, and confidentiality standards.
  • Advanced Excel and data analytics skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
  • Planning, organization, and time management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
  • Attention to detail and commitment to quality service delivery.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

CPA, ACCA, CIFA, IIK, LOMA, HR, or Insurance qualification is an added advantage.

EXPERIENCE

  • Minimum 3-5 years' relevant experience in payroll, commissions, agency operations, finance, benefits administration, or insurance operations.
  • Working knowledge of payroll systems, ERP systems, insurance administration systems, agency management systems, and advanced Excel.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HNDProfessional Certificate

At a glance

Company

APA Life Assurance Company Ltd

Location

Nairobi, kenya

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

October 4, 2026

Created

September 25, 2026