HR Payroll & Benefits Specialist

MetLife Emeklilik ve Hayat A.Ş.

Key Responsibilities:  

• Responsible for relationships with payroll providers
• Responsible for all complex internal and external payroll queries/issues
• Final approval of all payroll related data before final payment authorization
• Responsible for all year end payroll and benefit processing and statutory payments to third parties
• Reconciliation of payroll & benefit data
• Responsible for implementation of all payroll related legislative changes by statutory deadlines
• Provision of final monthly payments figures to Finance departments and benefit providers
• Responsible for the timely processing of all payroll and benefit related invoices
• Documents and reviews payroll procedures and ensures they are adhered to
• Reviews existing payroll and benefits processes and implements continuous improvements and best practices where required

·         Provide a variety of HR administrative support including payroll processing support

·         Provide a front-line client service orientation to all those who contact EMEA HRSS

·         Provide expert customer service to both internal and external customers

• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with team members and the overall Shared Services team
• Ensure all aspects of assigned transactions are processed and handled in a timely and accurate manner

• Responsible for EMEA HRSS files, documentation, and archiving

Essential Business Experience and Technical Skills:

·         Bachelor's degree in related disciplines

·         2+ years of experience in the field of payroll and benefit in a fast-paced organization

·         Excellent knowledge of MS Office applications, advanced excel skills is a must

·         Knowledge of payroll, Turkish labour law, social security, and tax systems

·         Advanced communication skills (both verbal and written) in English.

·         High attention to detail as data accuracy will be a key part of this role

·         Positive attitude and be able to adapt well to an ever-changing work environment

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