Payroll And Benefits Specialist

About our Client:
Join the ranks of the world's leading reinsurance company! With over 40,000 employees across numerous global locations, our client has been a pillar of the insurance industry in South Africa for over 50 years. They are at the forefront of transforming how insurance is perceived, converting uncertainty into manageable risk and driving fundamental change.
About the role:
The HR Business Unit is dedicated to creating an engaging environment for all employees. As part of a team of experienced professionals passionate about unlocking human potential and driving business performance, this role focuses on the Rewards and Benefits component of the people strategy. Reporting to the HR Services Manager, the successful candidate will design, implement, and manage rewards and benefits programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
Package: R500 000 - R600 000 Per Annum
Requirements:


HR Degree / National Diploma in Payroll/Finance or related studies;


Hands-on, strong functional knowledge and a minimum of 5 years inhouse payroll


operation experience;


SAP accounting exposure and experience with reconciliation of salaries accounts;


Proficient with Sage 300 People (essential);


Advanced Microsoft Excel skills;


Knowledge of best practices around salaries and payroll topics, policies and procedures;


PAYE knowledge is essential;


GRP qualification is advantageous.


Responsibilities:


Responsible for the monthly payroll and related tax processing activities (including expatriates);


Support of the administration of all employee benefits (pension fund, short term insurance, funeral cover, retirement process and Employee Assistance Programme);


Ensure compliance with all current payroll related legislation;


Manage internal monthly expatriate postings and reconciliations with general ledger;




Ensure that the creditors are accurately paid on time and reconciled accordingly;


Manage the Mid-Year and Year-End Tax Reconciliation and Returns;


Ensure monthly back-ups and updates are done timely on internal HR system (Sage People 300);




Participate in the monthly on-boarding of new employees;


Support the Annual Company Bonus payout cycle and Salary Increase process;


Administer the Pension fund including monthly reconciliation, claims, employee queries, retiree support;




Support all reporting related payroll requirements and audits as necessary;


Partner and work collaboratively with HR team to elevate the employee experience.



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