Senior Payroll Officer

BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. With products like VELO, VUSE and GLO we are on a mission to decrease the health impact of our industry

To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to Be The Change. Come, join us on this journey!

What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?

The individual is responsible for the consolidating Payroll inputs for payroll processing, managing accurate employee record, updating employee insurance life / medical insurance and processing clearance & final settlement for leavers. Ensure proper controls are exercised and payments are made as per company policy and procedures.

What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?

The role is key to ensure accurate and timely availability of data to ensure that employee experience is not impacted and company doesn’t carry any potential risk due to error in employee record.

Core Relationships

Internal – Engage with local business team to identify areas of improvement within existing Payroll and rewards portfolio. Close coordination with HRBPs for payroll changes.

External – Payroll Service provider, Government departments (Income Tax, EOBI, Social Security etc), Insurance service provider

Travel Required

10-15% local travel factories and regional offices.

Accountabilities

• Prepare accurate monthly payroll inputs including joiners, leavers, movers along with change in allowance, once off payment and deductions.
• Maintain accurate employee lifecycle records in hard / soft form as per company policy.
• Prepare timely clearances and final settlements of leavers, escalating any delays
• Drive simplification and automation in own area as well as support others in transformation
• Ensure timely data integration between HR Systems
• Manage employee medical and Life insurance policy and claims

Experience, skills, knowledge

ESSENTIAL Accounting knowledge and experience, proficiency in MS Excel and Power Point, Understanding of local regulations . income tax, EOBI etc.

Experience Required

Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required

Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required

What we offer you?

WHY JOIN BAT?

We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.

Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.

We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and / or starting an own venture).

Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience .

If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.