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Payroll Head

India

Key Responsibilities

India Payroll:

  • Manage end-to-end payroll for all employees in India.
  • Ensure full compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, LWF, Income Tax, etc.).
  • Oversee payroll audits, reconciliations, and statutory filings.
  • Collaborate with HR and Finance teams to ensure accuracy and seamless data flow.
  • Manage trust-related activities, including Superannuation, Gratuity, and PF Trust investments and accounting.
  • Ensure payroll accounting and monthly provisions as per company policy.

Global Payroll:

  • Coordinate payroll operations across multiple global offices (US, UK, Europe, APAC).
  • Partner with international payroll vendors and local HR teams for timely, compliant payroll delivery.
  • Stay updated on international payroll and taxation regulations.
  • Support expatriate and shadow payrolls, along with cross-border taxation.

Leadership & Strategy:

  • Lead a team of payroll professionals and external partners.
  • Drive automation, digitization, and continuous process improvement across payroll systems.
  • Develop payroll policies and governance frameworks for consistent global standards.
  • Provide strategic insights and payroll analytics to senior leadership.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, HR, or related field (MBA/CA preferred).
  • 15+ years of experience in payroll management, including at least 5 years in a leadership capacity.
  • In-depth understanding of Indian payroll compliance and global payroll operations.
  • Proficiency with payroll systems like SAP, Oracle, ADP, or Workday.
  • Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • High integrity with proven ability to handle confidential information.
  • Skilled in project management, vendor negotiation, and governance.

Preferred Attributes

  • Experience in a mid-to-large-sized IT organization with global operations.
  • Exposure to M&A payroll integration and global mobility processes.
  • Familiarity with SOX compliance and internal control frameworks.

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