HR Administration Officer - Guyana

We are looking for a HR Administration Officer (Payroll) to work at our Georgetown Shore base.

This position reports to: The HR Administration Lead

Role Purpose:

The HR Administration Officer (Payroll) plays a crucial role in managing and executing payroll activities for all local employees. This position is responsible for ensuring the smooth and efficient processing of payroll in alignment with the local laws, company policies, and best practices of the organization.

Core Functions:

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing for over 500 employees, including gathering and verifying timekeeping information, inputting data, and ensuring accuracy of calculations.
• Process new hires, terminations, promotions and other employment status changes in the payroll system.
• Address payroll related inquiries and discrepancies, collaborating with other departments/units as needed.
• Audit and reconcile payroll data regularly to identify and rectify discrepancies.
•  Assist in the administration of employee benefits, ensuring accurate deductions and contributions.
• Oversee time and attendance systems, ensuring accurate recording of hours worked and adherence to company policies.
• Coordinate any payroll related task during the onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Prepare three-year plan budgets and execute quarterly reforecasts.
• Develop a good understanding of the business drivers as well as the business targets.
• Monitor and support the local execution of HR expertise area policies, procedures, processes, and instruments.
• Proactively share local/ entity best practices with other entities to ensure improvement of local execution.  
• Identify areas requiring more detailed instructions and clarify understanding, expectations as necessary.
• Ensure activities are completed with consistency and in compliance with work requirements, applicable employment laws & regulations and applicable policies, codes, standards, regulations and industry practices.
• Proactively highlight concerns as they arise, and (re)prioritize assigned activities to meet key milestones.
• Ensure work is documented in a well-structured format to clearly convey required information.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, business administration, or related field.
• Proven Experience in payroll administration.
• Proficiency in payroll software and HR Information Systems.
• Minimum four (4) years’ experience in payroll processing and administration.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Behavioral Competencies

• Manage multiple priorities with accuracy and on time.
• Clearly and concisely conveys information verbally and in writing. Listens actively and responds appropriately.
• Adapts positively to changes in the work environment and shifts in priorities. Embraces new challenges with a positive attitude.
• Effectively manages time and prioritizes tasks to meet deadlines and achieve objectives.
• Pays close attention to accuracy and completeness in all aspects of work.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and ethical behavior. Handles sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Demonstrates ownership and leadership skills

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Monday to Friday, office hours
• Office located in Georgetown.
• Busy, fast-paced environment

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

• Permanent, full-time position
• Competitive salary
• Medical and Dental benefits