Job description:
The HR Specialist - Compensation & Benefits is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of employee compensation, benefits, payroll-related HR processes, and statutory requirements. The role ensures that employee pay and benefits are administered in accordance with company policies, applicable labor laws, and government regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Compensation & Payroll Support
- Administer and maintain employee compensation records, salary adjustments, allowances, deductions, incentives, and other pay-related information.
- Provide accurate payroll inputs and coordinate with Payroll/Finance to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
- Assist in the implementation of salary adjustments, promotions, transfers, merit increases, and other compensation changes.
- Review payroll-related reports and identify discrepancies for proper correction.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of employee compensation information.
Benefits Administration
- Administer employee benefits, including statutory and company-provided benefits.
- Process and monitor employee enrollment, updates, claims, and other benefit-related transactions.
- Assist employees with inquiries regarding benefits, deductions, contributions, and eligibility.
- Coordinate with benefit providers and government agencies, as applicable.
- Monitor employee benefit records and ensure timely processing of required documentation.
Government & Statutory Compliance
- Ensure accurate administration and monitoring of statutory contributions and employee benefits, including SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and other applicable government requirements.
- Prepare and maintain records and documents required for government reporting and compliance.
- Assist in ensuring compliance with applicable Philippine labor and employment regulations.
- Coordinate with government agencies and respond to employee concerns regarding statutory benefits.
HR Records & Documentation
- Maintain accurate and updated employee compensation and benefits records.
- Prepare HR reports, schedules, payroll-related summaries, and management reports as required.
- Ensure proper filing and documentation of employee compensation and benefits transactions.
- Maintain confidentiality of employee personal, payroll, and compensation information.
Employee Relations & HR Support
- Respond professionally and promptly to employee inquiries concerning salary, deductions, benefits, contributions, and other compensation-related matters.
- Explain company policies and procedures related to compensation and benefits.
- Assist in HR audits, compliance reviews, and other HR projects.
- Support other HR functions and initiatives as assigned by the HR Manager or HR leadership.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- At least 1–2 years of relevant experience in compensation and benefits, payroll, HR operations, or a similar role.
- Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws and statutory benefits.
- Familiarity with SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and other government-mandated contributions and requirements.
- Experience in payroll processing and HRIS/payroll systems.
- Familiarity with Sprout HRIS is an advantage.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Microsoft Excel.
- Strong numerical, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Able to handle confidential employee information with integrity and discretion.
- Experience in the hospitality, hotel, casino, or service industry is an advantage.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- Staff meals provided