Reward Partner - JHB at Kerridge Commercial Systems South Africa

At KCS we've introduced a flexible hybrid work policy, where employees spend three days in the office and two days working from home. This approach promotes a balanced work environment that combines office collaboration with the comfort and convenience of remote work. 

Kerridge Commercial Systems (KCS) is a market leader in the development and provision of trading and financial software environments for specialist Distribution, Wholesale, Merchant and Retail industry sectors, addressing single- or multi-branch operations, as well as catering for organisations with 'point-of-sale' showrooms and warehouse. 

In the Rewards team, the position will work with HR Business Partners and fellow Rewards Partners in administering compensation and benefits. You will be responsible for day-to-day administration of payroll and benefits programmes, Pension, Reward policies and remuneration practices. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Ensures timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, commissions, bonuses, allowances, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Ensures accurate and timely processing of payroll updates including new hires, terminations, and changes to pay rates.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports of payroll transactions.
• Completes and submits Quarterly STATS SA return.
• Compiles variance reports for all payroll entities
• Compares current month to previous month’s payroll and supply reasons for variance.
• Facilitates accurate and timely delivery of employer contributions and employee payroll deductions to carriers, plan administrators, or other appropriate service providers.
• Prepares monthly EMP201 reports.
• Reconciles records in HRIS system and payroll system monthly. 
• Facilitates audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Administers employee insurance programs including medical aid and risk benefits.
• Administers employee pension plans.
• Advises and informs employees of changes and developments related to benefits including eligibility, coverage, and provisions.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, developments, and best practices in compensation and benefits administration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Key Requirements:

• One to three years of experience processing payroll and tax required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong numeracy and high attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite to include intermediate Excel skills (Pivot Tables, V-Lookups,etc.)