Human Capital Assistant

HUMAN CAPITAL ASSISTANT AT FIN KENYA About The Opportunity Fin Kenya stands at the forefront of financial services in Kenya, creating innovative solutions that help individuals and businesses reach their financial potential. We build our success on the strength of our people, fostering a culture where professionalism, integrity, and excellence drive everything we do. We're now looking for a Human Capital Assistant to join our HR team and play a vital role in keeping our operations running smoothly. In this role, you'll be the backbone of our day-to-day HR functions. You'll manage critical payroll processes, maintain our employee information systems, coordinate recruitment efforts, and ensure we stay compliant with all statutory requirements. If you're detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about supporting people, this is your opportunity to make a real impact. What You'll Do Process and prepare monthly payroll with precision, meeting all required deadlines without exception. Verify that payroll reconciliations and statutory deductions are calculated accurately and submitted on time. Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date employee records across our HRIS platform and physical personnel files. Coordinate all aspects of bringing new talent on board, from recruitment through onboarding and induction. Handle employee confirmations, contract renewals, internal transfers, and exit procedures with care and professionalism. Manage leave tracking and attendance records to ensure accurate documentation. Contribute to rolling out performance management and employee engagement programs throughout the organization. Compile HR reports and sustain meticulous HR documentation systems. Address employee HR questions with professionalism and responsiveness. Keep our operations aligned with labour legislation, internal policies, and HR industry standards. Provide additional administrative support to the Human Capital Department as needed. What We're Looking For A bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration with a Human Resources focus, or an equivalent field. Current registration with the Institute of Human Resource Management (IHRM) is essential. At least two years of demonstrated experience working in a human resources function. Proven experience managing payroll processing end-to-end. Strong working knowledge of Kenya's labour laws and what compliance looks like in practice. Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, with strong Excel capabilities. Previous experience with HRIS platforms and payroll software is a valuable plus. Core Strengths We Value Meticulous attention to detail and unwavering accuracy in all tasks. Strong ability to organize workload and manage time effectively across competing priorities. Commitment to maintaining integrity and handling sensitive information confidentially. Natural communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships across departments. Skilled at breaking down complex problems and finding practical solutions. Comfortable performing under pressure while maintaining quality and hitting tight deadlines. Someone who takes initiative, owns outcomes, and focuses on delivering results.