Payroll & Personnel Affairs Specialist

Aksa Carbon; Yalova Merkez; On-site; TRY 600,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Aksa Carbon onboarding program

Corporate learning and development

Job summary

Aksa Carbon is seeking a Payroll & Personnel Affairs Specialist to lead end-to-end payroll and HR processes in a dynamic manufacturing setting. You will ensure compliance with Turkish labour laws, manage onboarding and offboarding, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize payroll accuracy and data quality.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, process improvement, and active participation in HR digitalization initiatives, with opportunities for development through our Learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 5 years of experience in payroll and personnel affairs
• Experience managing end-to-end payroll and employee administration
• Strong knowledge of Turkish Labour Law (Law No. 4857) and SGK practices
• Experience onboarding/offboarding, timekeeping, and leave management
• Experience in manufacturing/shift-based environments (preferred)
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Excel
• Analytical mindset and data-driven approach
• Interest in digital HR and process improvement
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented, ownership-minded attitude

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll and salary calculation processes, including bonuses, overtime, and deductions
• Handle SGK and government authority interactions ensuring timely, compliant notifications
• Ensure accurate application of related legislation across payroll and HR processes
• Monitor Labour Law developments and advise stakeholders
• Analyze costs, prepare workforce budgets, track budget vs. actuals
• Support ERP and digital HR systems rollout and process automation

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Labour Economics and Industrial Relations, HRM, Business Admin, Economics or related field

Tools

ERP systems

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

Payroll & Personnel Affairs Specialist at Aksa Carbon

Are you passionate about HR data and processes, equipped with strong analytical skills, and eager to grow in a dynamic work environment.

Join Aksa Carbon as a Payroll & Personnel Affairs Specialist and become part of our team!

If you believe you can contribute to our team with your analytical mindset, solution-oriented approach, and strong collaboration skills, we would be delighted to meet you.

Qualifications We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Labour Economics and Industrial Relations, Human Resources Management, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field,
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a relevant field,
• Proven ability to effectively manage end-to-end payroll, personnel affairs, and employee administration processes,
• Strong knowledge of Turkish Labour Law (Law No. 4857), Social Insurance and Universal Health Insurance Law (Law No. 5510), SGK practices, and other relevant employment legislation,
• Hands‑on experience in employee onboarding and offboarding, leave and absence management, medical reports, timekeeping, personnel files, and statutory notifications,
• Preferably experienced in manufacturing/industrial environments, particularly in personnel processes within shift‑based working systems,
• Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office applications, particularly Excel,
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to transform data into meaningful insights and business outcomes,
• An interest in digital HR applications and emerging technologies, with the ability to contribute to process digitalization and continuous improvement initiatives,
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with different teams,
• A proactive, solution‑oriented, and results‑driven approach, with a strong sense of ownership and follow‑up.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and follow up on processes with SGK, the Ministry of Labour and Social Security, İŞKUR, Enforcement Offices, and other governmental authorities, ensuring that statutory notifications, correspondence, and requests are completed accurately, timely, and in compliance with applicable legislation,
• Manage end‑to‑end payroll and salary calculation processes, including monthly payroll accruals, bonuses, premiums, overtime payments, social benefits, deductions, leave‑related payments, and other payroll components, ensuring accuracy and timely completion,
• Ensure the accurate and compliant application of relevant legislation throughout payroll processes,
• Monitor and provide support on matters arising from Labour Law, SGK regulations, and employment legislation within payroll and personnel processes, in collaboration with HR and relevant stakeholders,
• Monitor market trends, legislative developments, and industry practices related to compensation, benefits, and employee benefits, and contribute to the continuous improvement of existing practices,
• Prepare and monitor the annual workforce budget, including headcount, salary increases, bonuses, benefits, overtime, and other personnel‑related costs; analyze costs and track budget actuals,
• Ensure the effective use of ERP and digital HR systems, particularly payroll, compensation, and benefits modules, and contribute to initiatives aimed at process digitalization, automation, and continuous improvement.

Aksa Carbon Onboarding Program tailored to the key processes and steps of your role, supporting a smooth transition into the organization,

Opportunities to participate in personal development, professional development, and leadership programs through our Corporate Learning Academy,

Opportunities to contribute to HR digitalization and process improvement projects and further develop your expertise in payroll, personnel affairs, and HR analytics.

Work-Life Balance & Employee Benefits

Dedicated accommodation opportunities for employees,

Comprehensive employee benefits package,

Be Part of Aksa Carbon

If you are ready to bring your expertise, analytical mindset, and collaborative spirit to a growing industrial organization and make an impact through people and processes, we look forward to meeting you!