In this role, you will be responsible for executing on one or more Payroll & Benefits process(s). Develop an in-depth understanding of Payroll & Benefits systems, processes, and legislative rules. This role requires emphasis on data integrity and analysis to support key HR decisions while providing coverage and support as needed also responsible for ensuring the payroll disbursements are executed accurately and on time. This includes the statutory payment process involves handling payments that are mandated by law typically relating to payroll. These payments include taxes, PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity etc and the other deductions that must be processed during payroll cycle. The position reports to India HR Leader.

• This is an Individual Contributor position who will be responsible for end-to-end quality delivery of payroll processes and service to the business.
• Manages payroll queries from employees, managers and HRM’s in a timely, and professional manner. Correctly administers benefit/payroll processes. Manages service delivery metrics in relation to outsourced benefits/payroll.
• Oversees the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees in India.
• Ensures compliance with payroll laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Oversees the accurate and timely processing of payroll.
• Processes and manages the disbursement of salaries including proper audit/check of Bank files.
• Prepares and executes payments through various disbursement mechanism including NEFT etc.
• Maintains accurate and up-to-date payroll records and transaction logs for all the future Audit purposes.
• Collaborate with the finance departments to ensure payroll processes are transparent and auditable.
• Manages timely deposit of income tax withholdings, PT and contributions to PF.
• Generate internal reports for reconciliation and to inform management about the status and financial impact of statutory payments.
• Work closely with Global People Ops Team and Finance Leadership for overall Payroll Management.
• Build Payroll related dashboards which will help HR and Finance leadership.
• Work closely with the outsourced Payroll vendor in monitor the service delivery
• Lead and execute necessary Payroll Platform changes, modifications as on when required.
• Execute the various TSAs in partnership with Payroll vendor.
• Own any payroll related activity related to Employee Lifecycle such as F&Fs, onboarding related activities to payroll etc
• Acts as single point of contact from HR Team on payroll related topics with the external and Internal Auditors for any Financial, Statutory Audit
• As on, when necessary, help the India HR Team on some of the People Operations related topics.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human resource, finance, business administration or related field.
• 10+ Years of Proven experience in payroll management, full and final settlement process, employee separation procedures, preferably in a large organization or shared service environment.
• Familiarity with payroll systems, HRIS platforms, calculation and reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, and decision making skills, with a keen attention to detail and accuracy in calculations and documentation.
• Commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism in handling sensitive employee information and financial transactions.

Desired Characteristics

• Collaborative approach
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Customer service orientation.
• Organization skills.
• Attention to detail.