Mastering Payroll Processing in Nigeria: 2024 Edition
Navigating payroll in Nigeria requires a solid understanding of labor laws, taxation, and statutory deductions to ensure compliance and avoid financial penalties. From PAYE tax calculations to National Pension Commission (PenCom) contributions, businesses must accurately manage payroll obligations to remain compliant with the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) and other regulatory authorities.
Mastering Payroll Processing in Nigeria: 2024 Edition provides a step-by-step approach for business owners, HR professionals, and payroll managers to streamline payroll operations while ensuring compliance with Nigerian labor and tax regulations.
Key Highlights:
- Payroll Regulations in Nigeria: Understand key compliance requirements under the Labour Act, Income Tax Act, and National Pension Commission (PenCom) guidelines.
- Gross-to-Net Salary Calculation: Learn how to calculate salaries, including PAYE tax, pension deductions, National Housing Fund (NHF), and other statutory contributions.
- Compliance with FIRS and Tax Laws: Stay up to date with Nigerian tax rates, PAYE brackets, penalties for non-compliance, and tax filing deadlines to avoid legal repercussions.
- Payroll for Expatriates in Nigeria: Gain insights into tax obligations, work permit requirements, and double taxation agreements (DTAs) affecting foreign employees.
- Best Practices for Payroll Management: Implement automated payroll solutions, efficient payroll reconciliation, and tax reporting strategies to improve compliance and operational efficiency.
- Avoiding Common Payroll Pitfalls: Learn how to prevent payroll errors, such as incorrect PAYE tax filings, pension remittance delays, and misclassified allowances.
- Test Your Knowledge – Interactive Exam!: Take a knowledge test on Nigerian payroll processing, including tax compliance, deductions, and payroll best practices.
Authored by payroll expert Shawn D. Golden, this eBook is a comprehensive resource for mastering payroll processing in Nigeria. Whether you’re managing payroll for a startup, SME, or multinational corporation, Mastering Payroll Processing in Nigeria provides the essential knowledge and tools for accurate and compliant payroll management in 2024.
Mastering Payroll Processing in Nigeria 2024 Edition
Chapter 1: Introduction to Payroll Processing in Nigeria
Chapter 2: Key Components of Payroll in Nigeria
Chapter 3: Filing Status, Dependents, Exemptions, and Allowances in Nigeria
Chapter 4: Incorporating Adjustable Taxable Income Before Gross Salary in Nigeria
Chapter 5: Pre-Tax Adjustments in Nigeria
Chapter 6: Calculating Statutory Deductions in Nigeria
Chapter 7: Setting Up a Payroll System for Nigerian Employees
Chapter 8: Special Considerations in Nigerian Payroll
Chapter 9: Finalizing Payroll and Generating Net Pay
Chapter 10: Statutory Compliance and Filing
Chapter 11: Best Practices for Payroll Management
Chapter 12: Common Nigerian Payroll Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Chapter 13: Conclusion: Ensuring Efficient and Compliant Payroll Processing in Nigeria
Chapter 14: Reference Page: Staying Updated on Payroll Laws in Nigeria
Chapter 15: Final Exam: Gross to Net Payroll Calculation and Tax Submission