Reward and Payroll Advisor

Job ID

2024-1678

Category

Human Resources

Location : City

Cape Town

Location : Country (Full Name)

South Africa

Want to join a frontrunner in renewable energy that is actively seeking early entry into new markets globally? Since the establishment in 2007, Scatec has acquired extensive knowledge and experience in developing, building and operating solar, wind and hydro power plants and storage solutions. Driven by our company values and competent global workforce, we aim to deliver competitive and sustainable renewable energy globally; protect our environment and improve quality of life through innovative integration of technology; and create shareholder value. We are present on four continents and are headquartered in Oslo, Norway.

Main purpose of position

Currently we are looking for a Reward and Payroll Advisor in Cape Town, South Africa to be part of our global team working together towards our vision – Improving our future. As our Reward and Payroll Advisor you will be responsible for supporting both global reward processes across 23+ countries as well as ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration for the Sub-Sahara Africa (SSA) business. The ideal candidate should have a strong analytical mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and a deep understanding of compensation practices and payroll procedures.

Main responsibilities

Payroll Management: Sub Saharan Africa

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including data entry, verifying timekeeping records, deductions, and ensuring accuracy.
• Calculate and process salary adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and other compensation-related items
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations and tax requirements
• Process and reconcile payroll-related invoices, benefit premiums, and other financial transactions
• Collaborate with local HR to onboard and offboard employees and ensure accurate setup of payroll profiles
• Address payroll-related inquiries and issues from employees in a timely and professional manner
• Maintain employee records in the payroll system, including updates to personal information, tax withholding, and direct deposit details.
• Generate payroll reports for management and finance teams as required
• Build and drive a shared services function that overlooks both Payroll and People data inputs
• In partnership with the HR Co-ordinator/s ensure quarterly audit reports are done on data loaded on People vs. Sage with quarterly tracking tools
• Develop a shared-services hub where all data integrity system matters will be handled centrally with the support of the HR Co-ordinators

Reward Analysis

• Support the Head of Reward in the management and evolution of the global reward programme for a market leader in renewable energy, ensuring the Scatec reward programme remains competitive and aligned with the organisations strategy and business objectives
• Conduct in-dept analysis of compensation and benefits data identifying trends and strategic insights to inform the people strategy
• Benchmark compensation packages against external market to ensure competitiveness, providing recommendations for adjustments where necessary
• Evaluate and optimize employee benefits by analyzing employee usage, feedback, and industry best practices. Make recommendations to enhance the overall benefits offering
• Support with the orchestration of the annual global reward cycles including salary reviews, bonus programme, option and share programmes
• Assist in the design, implementation, and management of variable pay and incentive programs to drive performance and reward top talent
• Conduct job evaluations to determine appropriate job levels, titles, and salary ranges, ensuring consistency across the organization.
• Generate regular reports on compensation metrics and trends, providing actionable insights to support decision-making
• Effectively communicate compensation and benefits changes to employees, managers, and stakeholders while ensuring understanding and alignment
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging regulations in compensation and benefits to inform the development of innovative reward strategies
• Ensure that all compensation and benefits programs adhere to legal and regulatory requirements, including equal pay and other relevant laws

Qualifications and compentencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CCP, CBP) advantageous
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Compensation or Reward Analyst, preferably in a fast-paced corporate environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to manipulate and interpret complex data sets.
• Proficiency in using compensation analysis tools and software
• Solid understanding of compensation practices, market trends, and legal regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Detail-oriented and able to maintain data accuracy and confidentiality
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and HRIS systems
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively

Personal characteristics

It is part of every employee’s terms of reference to contribute to Scatec's vision: Improving our Future and adhere to our company values which are:

• Predictable: demonstrate clear communication and listening skills, shares information in an open and honest way
• Driving results: demonstrate determination, pro-activeness, can prioritise and work independently
• Changemaker: demonstrate entrepreneurship, can challenge, fast learner, take initiates and adjust
• Working together: demonstrate teamwork, shares responsibilities, can compromise, has a can-do attitude

Additional information:

• Should be available and accustomed to travel both domestically and internationally to 3rd world countries
• Must be able to work in an open plan environment
• Must be able to work extended hours when required

We Offer

Scatec is an exciting, innovative, and ambitious company operating in a growing industry. We offer a challenging and interesting position where you will be part of a flexible, diverse, and truly international working environment consisting of highly competent and committed colleagues with a positive drive to make a difference.

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are made based on merit, competence, and business need.

Applications will be processed on a continuous basis.