Remuneration & Benefits Manager - Cape Town, South Africa - Recruitment Matters (Pty) Ltd

Recruitment Matters (Pty) Ltd

Verified Company

Cape Town, South Africa

1 week ago

Posted by:

Thabo Mthembu

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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 selfservice 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 inhouse, 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 companyprovided 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 inhouse.
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 fixedterm 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: Indepth knowledge of compensation and benefits laws, regulations, and best practices.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent