We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our team as an Agency Support Specialist – Payroll and Benefits Administration. The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the payroll and benefits administration for individual life sales force, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations countrywide, and supporting all agency-related support areas as assigned from time to time.
KEY PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Processing commissions and retainers due to the sales forces within set timelines and maintaining accurate records
Keeping track of sales force account debits and credits, processing advances and recovering advances granted within company policies, and ensuring clearance during exits.
Implementing career path, Sales forces Support Benefits and any ad hoc incentives within set company policies and timelines
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to payroll and benefits administration
Coordinate with finance and operations departments to reconcile payroll and benefits data and resolve any discrepancies.
Communicate with sales agents regarding payroll and benefits-related inquiries and issues.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales force records in the payroll and benefits systems; including enrolling sales force in benefit programs, coordinating open enrolment, and managing claims at exits.
Co-ordinating sales management meetings for the individual life sales managers;
Providing monthly reports to the Individual life management team on benefits utilization
Auditing, reviewing, and improving payroll and benefits administration processes through data analytics
Facilitating, coordinating, tracking, and reporting the business acquisition activities of the sales force and keeping proper records for each sales representative, employer markets, and partners
Support coding of all individual life sales teams in line with the company coding guidelines
Support the on boarding of sales teams and equipping them with the necessary tools of trade
Facilitating and organizing national and regional awards forum for the sales team
Supporting the learning and development of the sales force through the APA Life Sales Force Academy
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or an equivalent.
JOB SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
Presentation and interpersonal skills
Leadership and time management skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
Prior experience with payroll and benefits software, administration processes, and procedures will be an added advantage.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
Progress in Relevant professional qualification IIK/LOMA or an equivalent
EXPERIENCE
At least 3 years of relevant experience.
Strong preference will be given to candidates with the above qualifications, skills, and experience. If your career aspirations match this exciting opportunity, please submit your application to recruitment@apollo.co.ke
Apply via :
recruitment@apollo.co.ke
