Compensation & Benefits Associate (Seasonal)

MR DIY Philippines; Marikina; On-site; PHP 223,200 - 334,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Metro Manila is seeking a Compensation & Benefits Associate (Seasonal) to manage payroll operations, maintain employee records, and support benefits administration. Responsibilities include processing government remittances, ensuring compliance with labor laws, and providing excellent service for employee inquiries. The ideal candidate will have a degree in HR, strong organizational skills, and be detail-oriented. This on-site role may require flexibility in scheduling, with occasional weekend work.

Qualifications

• Fresh graduates or up to 1 year of experience in payroll or benefits administration.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Basic knowledge of labor laws and HR processes preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day administrative tasks of the Compensation & Benefits team.
• Process payroll and government remittances in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records in the HRIS system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Compensation & Benefits Associate (Seasonal)

About the job Compensation & Benefits Associate (Seasonal)

The Compensation & Benefits Associate is responsible for managing the day-to-day administrative tasks of the Compensation & Benefits team, including payroll, timekeeping, government remittances, benefits processing, and employee records management. The role ensures compliance with labor laws and company policies, ensuring all processes and practices adhere to relevant regulations. The role is also responsible for maintaining accurate employee records in the HRIS system, ensuring that employee data is accurate. Additionally, this role requires strict confidentiality and adherence to data privacy standards to protect sensitive employee information.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Payroll Operations:

• Process and validate timekeeping data, ensuring accurate calculation of hours worked, overtime, and other adjustments.
• Handle payroll-related transactions, including bonuses, deductions, and corrections.
• Monitor and track employee leave balances and usage in accordance with company policies.
• Update leave records in the HRIS system and address employee queries about leave entitlements.
• Perform the calculation and processing of final pay for separating employees.

Benefits Administration:

• Process monthly government remittances (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG) to ensure timely compliance.
• Manage government-mandated benefits, including SSS Maternity and Sickness benefits, as well as SSS and Pag-IBIG loan processing, deductions, and payments.
• Coordinate HMO enrollment for new employees, deletion of resigned employees, and claims processing.
• Handle Group Life Insurance enrollments, updates, and claims management.
• Administer Retirement Plans, including enrollments, contributions, and compliance with regulations.
• Address employee inquiries and claims related to government-mandated and company implemented benefits, including HMO, Group Life Insurance, and Retirement Plans.
• Ensure the administration of company-specific benefits follows existing policies and guidelines.

Employee Records Management and Data Privacy:

• Maintain and update employee records in the HRIS system, including encoding new hires anddeactivating separated employees.
• Ensure all employee data is accurate, up-to-date, and compliant with labor laws and companypolicies.
• Uphold confidentiality and adhere strictly to data privacy policies, handling sensitive informationwith discretion to protect employee details and ensure compliance with data protectionregulations.

Administrative and Employee Experience Support:

• Ensure timely submission of required reports to regulatory agencies and internal stakeholders.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits,timekeeping, and government-mandated contributions, providing clear, accurate, and timelyresponses to ensure a positive and professional experience.
• Continuously gather feedback from employees to recommend improvements based on theirexperience with compensation and benefits services.

WORKING ARRANGEMENT:

• On-site, Monday to Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
• Occasional work on weekends and holidays may be required.
• Flexibility to work on a shifting schedule as needed to meet payrollprocessing timelines.
• QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of experience in payroll, benefitsadministration, or HR operations.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Basic knowledge of labor laws, government-mandated benefits, and HR processes(preferred but not required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and willingness to learn HRIS andpayroll systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work well withemployees at all levels.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment