compensation and benefits specialist

Jeeny

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 About The Company
 
 
 
 Jeeny is a leading ride-hailing platform that strives to revolutionize daily commuting and transportation. Our app connects users with their preferred modes of transportation, making mobility accessible, convenient, and affordable for all.
 
 
 We are a joint venture between MEIG (Middle East Internet Group), Rocket Internet, and IMENA. Since our inception, we have grown exponentially and currently operate in Saudi Arabia and Jordan.
 
 
 At Jeeny, we value innovation, teamwork, and a passion for delivering exceptional user experiences. Join us in our mission to transform the transportation landscape.
 
 
 
 Job Brief:
 
 
 
 Are you a strategic leader with expertise in total rewards? Join our dynamic team as a senior compensation and benefits specialist, where you will serve as the center of excellence (COE) for total rewards across the Middle East and Pakistan. In this role, you will develop and drive compensation and benefits strategies that align with business goals, enhance employee value propositions, and ensure compliance with local labor laws. You will work closely with HR business partners, talent acquisition, and leadership teams to build competitive and equitable total rewards programs that attract, retain, and motivate top talent in a fast-paced, growing organization.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Compensation Strategy and Management
 
 
 
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 Design and implement a total rewards strategy that supports business objectives across Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan
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 Conduct market benchmarking to ensure competitive salary structures, pay scales, and incentive programs in each country
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 Develop compensation frameworks, including job grading, salary bands, and pay-for-performance models
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 Partner with finance and business leaders to align compensation budgets with company strategy
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 Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulatory requirements regarding compensation and payroll
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 Act as a trusted advisor to HR business partners (HRBPs) and leadership teams on compensation-related matters
 
 
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 Benefits Management
 
 
 
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 Design, implement, and manage competitive benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and allowances tailored for different markets
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 Conduct benchmarking and market analysis to maintain benefits competitiveness in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan
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 Work with external vendors and brokers to negotiate and optimize benefits offerings
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 Develop employee communication strategies to enhance awareness and understanding of benefits programs
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 Align benefits with Jeeny's culture, engagement strategies, and retention goals
 
 
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 Performance Management and Incentives
 
 
 
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 Work closely with the COE for performance management to integrate rewards programs into performance evaluation systems
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 Design and manage short-term and long-term incentive plans to drive employee engagement and business performance
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 Support managers in fair and consistent performance evaluations tied to compensation decisions
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 Drive pay-for-performance initiatives that reward high-performing employees
 
 
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 Data Analysis and Reporting
 
 
 
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 Develop and manage total rewards dashboards to provide insights on compensation trends, cost analysis, and workforce equity
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 Use HRIS, compensation tools, and analytics to track and evaluate the effectiveness of rewards programs
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 Prepare regular reports for senior leadership on total rewards effectiveness and competitive positioning
 
 
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 Policy Development and Compliance
 
 
 
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 Develop and maintain compensation and benefits policies that align with best practices and local labor laws
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 Ensure compliance with Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan's employment regulations, including taxation, social security, and payroll policies
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 Stay updated on global and regional trends in total rewards, recommending enhancements to policies and structures
 
 
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 Collaboration and Stakeholder Management
 
 
 
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 Work as the COE for total rewards, partnering with HRBPs, finance, and legal teams to align compensation and benefits strategies with business priorities
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 Support the talent acquisition team in defining salary offers and ensuring internal pay equity
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 Provide expert consultation to leadership and HR teams on total rewards trends, best practices, and compliance
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 Collaborate with the learning and development COE to ensure total rewards programs support talent development and career progression
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Minimum of six to eight years of experience in compensation and benefits, with multi-country exposure in the Middle East and Pakistan
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 Bachelor's degree in human resources, finance, business administration, or a related field
 
 
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 Skills and Competencies
 
 
 
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 Strong understanding of total rewards strategies, including salary structuring, incentive design, and benefits management
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 Expertise in compensation benchmarking, job grading, and rewards analytics
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 In-depth knowledge of labor laws and compliance in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Pakistan
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 Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision-making
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 Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience working across COEs, HRBPs, and leadership teams
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 Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution in a fast-paced environment
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 Proficiency in HRIS, compensation tools, and workforce analytics software
 
 
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 Attributes
 
 
 
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 Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management skills
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 Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver end-to-end execution in a dynamic business environment
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 High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive compensation data
 
 
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 Benefits
 
 
 
 
 What We Offer:
 
 
 
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 An opportunity to collaborate with talented individuals while learning, growing, and expanding your skill set
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 An environment that encourages you to take ownership and produce excellent outcomes every day
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 Health benefits and insurance
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 Flexible working hours
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Senior Compensation and Benefits Specialist (COE - Total Rewards)

<div>
 
 
 Job Description:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 At ETG we are seeking for an experienced Global Compensation and Benefits Specialist to join our team. The role will be responsible for preparing and managing compensation and benefits programs for our employees worldwide. The position will report to the Total Rewards Manager, and she/he will work closely with the HR team and other stakeholders globally.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 &bull; Support in developing and implementing the compensation and benefits programs that are aligned with the company's global strategy and objectives.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure that compensation and benefits programs are competitive and compliant with local regulations and market trends with appropriate studies.
 
 
 &bull; Coordinates C&amp;B processes like the salary planning, bonus planning, new benefits introduction, etc.
 
 
 &bull; Participates as the team member in the strategic projects and initiatives
 
 
 &bull; Analyses different components of the remuneration scheme in the organization and prepares reports about the internal equity and external competitiveness
 
 
 &bull; Develop and maintain relationships with external vendors and consultants.
 
 
 &bull; Analyze compensation and benefits data to identify trends and make recommendations for improvements.
 
 
 &bull; Support annual compensation and benefits review process with accurate data management.
 
 
 &bull; Ensure that compensation and benefits programs are communicated effectively to employees with the timely query management.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
 
 
 &bull; 2+years of experience in a global compensation and benefits role, preferably in a commodities or related industry.
 
 
 &bull; Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits programs, including non-payroll.
 
 
 &bull; Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
 
 
 &bull; Excellent Excel knowledge along with PPT skill.
 
 
 &bull; Prior experience in HR practices and compensation cycle management
 
 
 &bull; Good communication and interpersonal skills.
 
 
 &bull; Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
 
 
 &bull; Experience working with HR information systems is a plus.
 
 
 
</div>

Compensation Specialist

Rize Mortgage

Job TitlePayroll SpecialistReports ToHR Manager / Financial Operations ManagerAbout Us:At Rize Mortgage, we pride ourselves on helping individuals and families achieve their dreams of homeownership. As a growing mortgage lending company, we are committed to providing exceptional service, innovative solutions, and a seamless lending experience.Job OverviewThe Payroll Specialist is responsible for managing and executing payroll. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll for employees with varying compensation structures, including salary, hourly, commissions, basis points, overrides, bonuses, and draws. The Payroll Specialist also ensures compliance with federal, state, and local labor regulations, while providing excellent service and support to employees and management.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Processing&middot; Administer semi-monthly payroll for all employees, including Loan Officers, Branch Managers, Underwriters, Processors, and support staff.&middot; Accurately calculate and process commissions, basis points, overrides, bonuses, recoverable/non-recoverable draws, and expense reimbursements.&middot; Ensure proper PTO, sick leave, and holiday accruals in line with company policies and federal/state requirements.Compliance &amp; Reporting&middot; Maintain compliance with federal, state, and local wage and hour laws, FLSA, and mortgage industry-specific requirements.&middot; Prepare and submit payroll-related reports for management, HR, and accounting.&middot; Assist with audits, quarterly filings, and year-end reporting, including W-2s and 1099s.Systems &amp; Data Management&middot; Manage and maintain payroll systems (e.g., ADP Workforce Now or equivalent).&middot; Ensure accuracy of employee records, tax setups, direct deposits, and benefits deductions.&middot; Partner with HR and Finance to reconcile payroll accounts and resolve discrepancies.Employee Support&middot; Serve as the first point of contact for payroll inquiries, including pay discrepancies, tax withholding, and timekeeping issues.&middot; Educate employees on payroll policies, PTO accruals, and commission structures.QualificationsEducation &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.</li><li>3+ years of payroll experience, with at least 1&ndash;2 years in the mortgage or financial services industry.</li><li>Strong understanding of commission structures, recoverable draws, and mortgage compensation models.</li><li>Experience with payroll systems (ADP, Paychex, Paylocity, etc.) and Microsoft Excel.</li></ul>Skills &amp; Competencies<ul><li>Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and organizational skills.</li><li>Strong knowledge of wage and hour laws, tax compliance, and multi-state payroll.</li><li>Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll data.</li><li>Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with employees and leadership</li></ul>What We Offer:<ul><li>Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.</li><li>Benefits: Health, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k), paid time off, and more.</li><li>Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a supportive and collaborative environment.</li><li>Work-Life Balance: Flexible work options to support your personal and professional needs.</li></ul>How to Apply: If you are a motivated and experienced Underwriting Manager with a passion for excellence in the mortgage industry, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter to humanresource@rizemtg.com or apply directly through Indeed.Rize Mortgage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Job Type: Full-timeBase Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hourExpected hours: 40 per weekBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Plantation, FL 33324

Mortgage Payroll Specialist

Elaf Group

<div>
 
 The
 
 Human Resources Specialist
 
 will be responsible for preparing compensation and benefits packages, setting up company policies, and maintaining updated employee records.
 
 
 Additionally, responsible for administering the organization's payroll system, to include establishing new hire accounts and deactivating separated accounts.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Accountabilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Explain policies and benefits: Inform new and current employees about HR policies, procedures, laws, and standards. This also includes communicating additional benefits, such as extra vacation days.
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 Resolve inquiries: Address employee questions and issues, including those related to personnel and payroll.
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 Manage data: Input, change, and update employee information in the HR Information System (HRIS).
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 Work with stakeholders: Collaborate with internal colleagues and external partners at all levels.
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 Strengthen public relations: Build stronger relationships with public agencies through community engagement and events.
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 Compensation and Benefits: Prepare, review, and administer compensation packages, including health and life insurance and welfare plans (enrollments, changes, and terminations).
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 Payroll and Records: Handle daily payroll transactions and generate monthly reports.
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 Maintain up-to-date employee records, both digital and physical, covering hires, promotions, transfers, and terminations.
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 System Management: Update employee information, manage user accounts in systems like Oracle, and use government portals (e.g., GOSI/QIWA, HRDF, TAQAT).
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 Onboarding and Offboarding: Oversee all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including contracts, job offers, onboarding, clearance, and terminations.
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 General Support: Assist with all HR inquiries and projects, including tracking certifications, producing HR activity reports, and checking monthly attendance sheets.
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 Documentation and Liaising: Prepare and process legal documents for various government agencies (e.g., Customs, Chamber of Commerce).
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 Regulatory Compliance: Stay current with labor and immigration laws and government policies to ensure the company's compliance in Saudi Arabia. This also involves overseeing the implementation of labor responsibilities and preventing violations.
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 Qualification :
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
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 Experience:
 
 
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 One year of related work experience in Human Resources.
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 Experience working with HR Information Systems is preferred.
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 Skills/Attributes:
 
 
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 Familiar with KSA government portals (GOSI/QIWA, HRDF, TAQAT, etc.).
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 Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process.
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 Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
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 Good problem-solving abilities.
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 Team management skills.
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 Able to work under pressure with strict deadlines.
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Human Resources Specialist

Aptean

<div>Overview:
<div>
Are you ready for what&rsquo;s next, now?</div><div></div><div> 
We&rsquo;re looking for a Benefits Specialist to join our team in Alpharetta, GA or Remote, US on a contract basis. The position is full-time. You&rsquo;ll join an awesome team to support our growing customer base.</div><div></div><div> 
About the role</div><div></div><div> 
The Benefits Specialist is responsible for the complete lifecycle of Aptean&rsquo;s North American benefits programs, including health and welfare and retirement (US, Canada).</div><div></div><div> 
Responsibilities/Duties:</div><ul><li>
Drives relationship with third party brokers in the creation, implementation and administration of all US/Canada health/wealth fare and retirement programs</li><li>
Manages, investigates, and corresponds to employees regarding benefit issues and concerns</li><li>
Identifies, monitors and implements processes and procedures impacting benefit administration or employee benefit programs</li><li>
Validates benefit programs through reporting, cost analysis and specializing in Retirement Plan administration</li><li>
Presents benefit programs to Leaders, HR teams, Managers, and employees</li><li>
Facilitates open enrollment, financial workshops and wellbeing processes and activities, including HRIS program changes, updating communications, drafting annual rate sheet, and ensuring rates are updated in system.</li><li>
Collaborates with HRIS and third-party providers to ensure current and new programs are tested, updated prior to implementation</li><li>
Primary contact with internal and external partners for oversight, escalations and day to day operational issues or compliance; including audit responses and requests for data specializing in Retirement Plans</li><li>
Subject matter expertise for all benefit programs for inquiries: Health and Welfare, Leaves of Absence, PTO, EAP and Retirement and pensions</li><li>
Ensures that Aptean's benefits programs are administered in compliance with applicable laws and regulations; including working both individually and with third-party vendors to ensure all compliance reporting is completed in a timely and accurate manner.</li><li>
Reconciles and processes benefit and retirement invoices for payment</li><li>
Assists with the RFP processes, implementations and internal and external vendor or system changes</li></ul><div></div><div> 
About you</div><div></div><div> 
You will be a driven Benefits Specialist with the technical expertise and interpersonal skills required to successfully administrate the full breadth of Aptean&rsquo;s North America benefits programs. This role typically requires 3+ years of related experience in employee benefits administration, pension administration or benefits accounting and a Bachelor's Degree in business, finance, human resources or related field.</div><div></div><div> 
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</div><ul><li>
Self-insured benefits program administration experience preferred</li><li>
Experience processing complex benefits issues including Explanation of Benefits, Contracts, Service level agreements for reconciliations, validations and account coding preferred</li><li>
Experience with HR information systems and reporting, Oracle HCM strongly preferred
</li><li>Experience responding to 5500 audits and non-discrimination testing, as well as full scale reporting requirements (ex 1095 reporting)</li><li>
Demonstrated working knowledge of benefit laws and regulations, including ACA requirements, ERISA and Section 125 Cafeteria plans, etc.</li><li>
Proven ability to use applications, including Office365applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), to share, retrieve, research and present business information</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to establish rapport and effective working relationships with business partners, supervisors, and peers</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to present ideas logically and concisely to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality, prioritize tasks successfully work in a group environment</li><li>
Demonstrated aptitude for analytics and problem solving</li><li>
Proven sense of urgency required to work in a fast-paced environment with competing tasks and meeting numerous internal and external deadlines</li><li>
CBP/CEBS certification or CBP/CEBS coursework preferred</li></ul><div></div><div> 
If you share our mindset, you can share in our success. To find out more about joining Aptean, get in touch today.</div><div>
Learn from our differences. Celebrate our diversity. Grow and succeed together.</div><div></div><div> 
Aptean pledges to promote a company culture where diversity, equity and inclusion are central. We are committed to applying this principle as we interact with our customers, build our teams, cultivate our leaders and shape a company in which any employee can succeed, regardless of race, color, sex, national origin, sexuality and gender identity, religion, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other group status protected by law. Celebrating our diverse experiences, opinions and beliefs allows us to embrace what makes us unique and to use this as an asset in bringing innovative solutions to our customer base.</div><div></div><div> 
&ldquo;At Aptean, our global and diverse employee base is our greatest asset. It is through embracing and understanding our differences that we are able to harness our individual power to maximize the success of our customers, our employees and our company.&rdquo; &ndash; TVN Reddy</div></div><div></div>

Benefits Specialist

<div>Job Description
Payroll &amp; Benefits Specialist reports directly to the Regional Payroll Lead, GSD HR APJ and is responsible for the delivery of payroll services in India. In addition s/he is responsible for directing our efforts to enhance our employer brand and employee experience through the provision of a differentiated benefits offering whilst driving the consolidation of suppliers and managing policy and jurisdictional diversity across the country in a compliant manner.
Specialist &ndash; Payroll &amp; Benefits Administration is responsible for:-<ul><li>
Maintaining high standards in payroll compliance and up-to-date knowledge and understanding of laws, regulations, contracts, policies, procedures, and controls governing payroll operations in its jurisdiction.</li><li>
Driving organization efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with internal and external audit requirements and standards, sound fiscal practices and performance scorecard.</li><li>
Consistently demonstrating company's leadership standards, clarifying how the changes will help the organization meet business goals and articulates the benefits of change. Challenges the status quo and creates an environment that adapts to rapid change. Demonstrates willingness to take calculated risks. Involves stakeholders to help implement and support change and develops strategies to deal with resistance to change. Applies systematic thinking to multiple change initiatives.</li></ul>
Essential Function
Time Spent %
1. Payroll Management:<ul><li>
Administer Payroll Data Setup and Maintenance</li><li>
Administer determination of gross payment, including flexi-pay elements, one time &amp; variable pay items governed by the local country&rsquo;s C&amp;B policies</li><li>
Validate source system data and consult with service provider for determination of net pay</li><li>
Administer pay &amp; respond to general questions on Executive Compensation</li><li>
Coordinate with service provider to set-up inbound/outbound payroll</li><li>
Administer absence management system, absenteeism reports for pay impact, T&amp;A data governed by local country policy</li><li>
Administer full &amp; final settlement dues of ex-employees</li><li>
Coordinate with service provider to administer direct taxation activities</li><li>
Oversight of Payroll Processes &amp; Administration</li><li>
Develop &amp; implement payroll strategy, policies, procedures, controls</li><li>
Develop and maintain payroll applications and technology; defining payroll views and interfaces to internal systems and third parties</li><li>
Administer payroll reporting, accounting &amp; reconciliation statements, payroll related cross-charge activities with Finance</li><li>
Manage statutory external audits (including SOX, legal, etc.), internal audits (MCAAS), Labour Inspection audits &amp; Statutory Reporting activities</li><li>
Ensure availability and proper maintenance of statutory and legal documentations required for audits and serves as point of contact for auditors&rsquo; requirements, investigations, and meetings.</li><li>
Manage payroll related historical information and proprietary data of payments and deductions - 30%</li></ul>
2. Benefits Administration:<ul><li>
Implement social security benefits programs and/or changes as governed by the country&rsquo;s C&amp;B policies</li><li>
Provide guidance to managers on retirement processes and benefits and respond to general questions about pension and retirement benefits</li><li>
Administer defined contribution plans (recordkeeping, processing forms, filing, enrolling new hires, etc.)</li><li>
Administer social security beneficiary enrolment and ongoing changes, benefits transfer and settlement processes</li><li>
Ensure regulatory and legal compliance of all retirement benefits plans (including audits) - 25%</li></ul>
3. Service Delivery Management, Escalation/Improvement:<ul><li>
Manage all escalated service issues as a priority.</li><li>
Resolve all issues and evaluate procedures and processes to identify opportunities to improve service moving forward.</li><li>
Oversee the identification and analysis of issues based on system data or other available information</li></ul><ul><li>
Lead and prioritise the identification of opportunities for improvement and/or communication based on external market factors (including HR trends, industry, supplier market, economic factors and evolving legislation).</li><li>
Develop a trusted advisor relationship with relevant client contacts through effective communication and efficiency</li><li>
Serve as primary, daily contact to relevant teams on benefits administration</li><li>
Ensure delivery of high-quality services and products to the business and employees/ retirees with a constant focus on value</li><li>
Creates clearly defined performance parameters that are agreed upon by all parties involved</li><li>
Monitors performance, provides feedback, defines or approves/disapproves change control processes, and development of suppliers</li><li>
Manage suppliers to ensure high quality of service delivery</li><li>
Also manages SLA definition, service level monitoring and provides operational feedback to inform supplier negotiations</li><li>
Owns and manages the budget for the provision of services by relevant suppliers.</li></ul>
Change Management:<ul><li>
Continue to lead all aspects of organisational change and actively participate in strategy development and implementation with benefits administration stakeholders and suppliers</li><li>
Complete change management assessments, assess and analyse the change impact</li><li>
Assist in the creation of change management strategy</li><li>
Identify, analyse and prepare risk mitigation tactics</li><li>
Identify and manage anticipated resistance</li></ul>
Implement Global Payroll Program in the country
Skills/Knowledge Required/Preferred<div><ul><li>
Proven knowledge and understanding of the HR business model with a particular emphasis upon benefits administration.</li><li>
Strong ability to acquire and process knowledge aligned to the HR portfolio. Knowledge of HR Workflows in a large delivery organization and the administration of a full range of payroll activities.</li><li>
Excellent communication and influencing skills.</li><li>
Strong listening &amp; comprehension skills.</li><li>
Strong orientation toward Innovation &amp; Creativity.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills including relationship building &amp; maintaining.</li><li>
Strong attention to detail and follow up; strong analytical skills together with developed business acumen.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to work in teams and collaborate / partner with others from across the business</li><li>
Strong IT skills incl. advanced excel &amp; PowerPoint.</li><li>
A solid understanding of how people go through a change and the change process involved.</li><li>
Basic knowledge on local tax laws, labour laws, tax structures and its impacts on the salary structure</li><li>
Advanced knowledge of sound fiscal controls, including SOX and laws governing payroll systems.</li><li>
Ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences.</li><li>
Problem solving and root cause identification skills.</li><li>
Able to work effectively at all levels in an organisation.</li><li>
Ability to maintain confidentiality, data privacy and exercise extreme discretion</li><li>
Familiarity with project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle in an environment that requires an ability to work and plan effectively with minimal direction in ambiguous situations and manage the implementation of the plan.</li></ul></div>
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Employee Status:
Regular
Relocation:
VISA Sponsorship:
Travel Requirements:
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
Valid Driving License:
Hazardous Material(s):
Required Skills:
Adaptability, Adaptability, Adjudication, Benefits Administration, Calculations, Change Control Processes, Communication, Compensation Program Design, Data Privacy Standards, Data Reporting, Defined Contribution Plans, Delivery Management, Escalation Management, HR Information Management, HR Policy Development, HR Process Improvement, HR Systems Implementation, Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS), Human Resource Metrics, Internal Auditing, Legal Compliance, Legal Document Preparation, Payroll Compliance, Payroll Software, Payroll Systems {+ 5 more}
 Preferred Skills:
Job Posting End Date:
09/30/2025<ul><li>A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date. 
</li></ul> 
Requisition ID:R365473</div>

Specialist - Payroll & Benefits

MasterBrand Cabinets

<div>Company Description 
For nearly 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. That, combined with our stylish products, expansive dealer and retail network, and dedicated associates, has helped make us the number one North American residential cabinet business. Our unique culture of continuous improvement is based on trusting the tools, empowering the team and moving forward, and is kept alive by our more than 14,000 associates across 20 plus manufacturing facility and offices. Visit www.masterbrand.com to learn more and join us in building great experiences together! 
Job Description 
The HR Benefits Specialist plays a key role in administering MasterBrand&rsquo;s retirement, equity, deferred compensation, and executive benefit programs with a strong focus on operational excellence. While ensuring accurate processing and regulatory compliance, this role focuses on delivering a positive experience for associates and executives at each phase of the associate life cycle.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Administer the company's 401(k) plan and retirement programs, including funding, audits, annual testing, regulatory filings, and process improvements.</li><li>
Continuously identify and implement improvement opportunities by using the lean tools, technology, and workflow optimization to drive operational excellence across all programs to deliver a positive, cohesive associate experience.</li><li>
Partner with external administrators to ensure timely and accurate benefit transactions, root cause and resolve data transmission issues, and review compliance and accuracy of all data and transactions.</li><li>
Collaborate with Payroll, HR Technology, Legal, Finance, and HR leaders to support deferral, loan, equity processing, grant and vesting execution, regulatory filings, and executive perquisites.</li><li>
Administer long-term incentives for executives, employees, and board members.</li><li>
Support equity pool management, tax reporting, and stock ownership processes.</li><li>
Manage nonqualified deferred compensation funding, distribution, wire requests, and payroll coordination, ensuring compliance with 409(a), SEC requirements, and internal controls.</li><li>
Support and streamline data requests for proxy filings, audits, compliance requirements, and ad hoc requests.</li><li>
Educate HR and associates regarding programs and procedures.</li></ul> 

Qualifications 
<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field preferred</li><li>
2+ years of experience in executive compensation, benefits administration, or related areas</li><li>
Strong technical skillset with experience in different systems including HR information systems (Workday preferred)</li><li>
Strong skills across the Microsoft programs &ndash; especially Excel</li><li>
Familiarity with equity compensation and deferred compensation regulations is a plus</li><li>
Ability to multi-task and prioritize work on various projects simultaneously</li><li>
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment</li><li>
Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills</li><li>
Detail oriented with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality</li><li>
Excellent communication skills with a focus on detail</li><li>
Experience handling routine to complex inquiries</li></ul> 

Additional Information 
Equal Employment Opportunity
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is an equal opportunity employer. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC&rsquo;s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. MasterBrand Cabinets LLC also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also MasterBrand Cabinets LLC&rsquo;s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Reasonable Accommodations
MasterBrand Cabinets LLC is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment, please contact us at staffing@masterbrand.com.</div>

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