Job Description
Job Summary
- The Benefits and Compensation Officer is responsible for the strategic management and administration of employee compensation, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
- The role ensures accurate payroll processing, efficient benefits administration, and full compliance with statutory regulations, particularly within a manufacturing environment characterized by shift operations, overtime, and large workforce management.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation & Benefits Management:
- Design, implement, and manage competitive compensation and benefits structures aligned with company strategy.
- Administer employee benefits programs including pensions, health insurance, leave management, bonuses, and allowances.
- Conduct periodic salary benchmarking and compensation reviews to ensure market competitiveness.
- Support management in salary reviews, promotions, and incentive schemes.
Payroll Administration:
- Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all categories of staff (permanent, contract, shift workers).
- Ensure accurate computation of wages, overtime, shift allowances, bonuses, and deductions.
- Review and validate payroll inputs to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Manage payroll reconciliation and resolve discrepancies promptly.
- Generate payroll reports for management decision-making.
Tax & Statutory Compliance:
- Ensure accurate computation and timely remittance of statutory deductions including PAYE, pension contributions, NHF, NSITF, and other applicable levies.
- Prepare and file monthly and annual tax returns in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Liaise with tax authorities and external consultants on tax audits, assessments, and compliance matters.
- Stay updated on changes in tax laws and labor regulations and advise management accordingly.
Financial Control & Reporting:
- Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for payroll and benefits transactions.
- Support internal and external audits by providing required payroll and tax documentation.
- Prepare periodic reports on compensation trends, payroll costs, and statutory obligations.
- Ensure strong internal controls over payroll and benefits processes.
Employee Relations & Advisory:
- Provide guidance to employees on compensation, benefits, and tax-related matters.
- Address and resolve payroll-related queries and disputes in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with HR and line managers to ensure proper implementation of compensation policies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Human Resources, or related field.
- Minimum of 7 years’ relevant experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
- Professional certification such as ICAN, ACCA, CIPM is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of payroll systems, compensation structures, and statutory requirements.
- In-depth understanding of labor laws and tax regulations.
Key Skills & Competencies:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Confidentiality and integrity
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and payroll software
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage large workforce payroll and meet strict deadlines.