Remuneration & Benefits Manager

3 days ago


Cape Town, South Africa Recruitment Matters (Pty) Ltd Full time

**Responsibilities**:

- Payroll Management: Oversee the current manual payroll process, which involves capturing data on a spreadsheet and coordinating with an external company for processing. Ensure accurate and timely delivery of payslips to the payroll supervisor for uploading onto the MyFocus employee self-service platform on HRFocus.
- System Management: Manage the PayOffice - HRFocus system, ensuring data integrity and compliance with all relevant laws and regulations. Prepare for and lead the transition of the payroll system in-house, optimizing and automating processes where possible.
- Strategy Development: Develop and implement strategies for competitive compensation and benefits packages to attract and retain top talent.
- Compliance and Reporting: Ensure all remuneration and benefits processes comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Prepare reports and analyses for senior management, highlighting trends, issues, and opportunities.
- Benefits Administration: Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, leave policies, and any other company-provided benefits.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Work closely with HR, finance, and other departments to ensure the remuneration and benefits strategies are aligned with the company's objectives and employee needs.
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with external vendors and consultants to ensure services are delivered effectively and efficiently.

**Key Skills**:

- Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze compensation data and market trends to make informed decisions.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to manage payroll accurately and efficiently.
- Project Management: Strong project management skills to lead the transition of the payroll system in-house.
- Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact with employees, management, and external partners.
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions, particularly in transitioning payroll systems.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to manage current manual processes while planning for future system improvements.

**Qualifications**:

- Experience: At least 5 years of experience in remuneration and benefits management, with a proven track record of managing payroll for a large number of employees (approximately 1000 permanent and fixed-term contractors).
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)) is preferred.
- Technical Proficiency: Experience with payroll systems is highly desirable. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with manual payroll processes are essential.
- Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of compensation and benefits laws, regulations, and best practices.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent



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