The main accountabilities for a job in the human resources department of a company working in Egypt that includes personnel management, governmental relations, payroll management, and compensation and benefits management would be:
1. Personnel Management:
- Oversee the recruitment, selection, and onboarding of new employees
- Manage employee performance reviews, development, and career progression
- Implement and enforce company policies and procedures related to HR
- Ensure compliance with relevant labor laws and regulations in Egypt
- Administer employee disciplinary actions and terminations as needed
- Foster a positive and inclusive work culture within the organization
2. Governmental Relations:
- Monitor and ensure compliance with all applicable labor laws, regulations, and requirements set by the Egyptian government
- Liaise with relevant government agencies (e.g., Ministry of Manpower, Social Insurance Organization) to maintain proper documentation and reporting
- Stay up-to-date on any changes in labor laws or regulations that may impact the company's operations
- Represent the company's interests and concerns to government entities as needed
3. Payroll Management:
- Manage the accurate and timely processing of employee payroll
- Ensure proper calculations of salaries, deductions, and taxes in accordance with Egyptian labor laws
- Maintain detailed records of employee payroll and related documentation
- Coordinate with the finance department to ensure the timely and accurate disbursement of employee salaries
- Respond to employee inquiries and address any payroll-related issues
4. Compensation and Benefits Management:
- Develop and administer competitive compensation and benefits packages for employees
- Conduct regular market analyses to ensure the company's compensation and benefits remain aligned with industry standards
- Manage the implementation and administration of employee benefits, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks
- Communicate with employees on the company's compensation and benefits policies and procedures
- Evaluate and optimize the company's compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent
Proven experience as a payroll manager or similar roleCurrent knowledge of payroll procedures and related lawsExcellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxesFamiliarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office (especially Excel)A keen eye for detailAn analytical mind and good math skillsOutstanding communication skills (written and oral)Organizational and leadership skillsBSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPP, CPM) is a plus