Assistant Manager or Manager Payroll and HR Ops

Job Responsibilities - Payroll Management: Manage end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate disbursements. Validate salary inputs including attendance, leave, bonuses, increments, and variable pay. Coordinate with Finance for payroll funding, reconciliation, and audits. Ensure compliance with statutory deductions (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, etc.) and timely filing of returns. Address payroll-related employee queries and grievances promptly. HR Operations: Oversee employee lifecycle management onboarding, transfers, exits, etc. Maintain and update employee records in HRIS/HRMS. Manage HR documentation offer letters, contracts, letters of intent, and exit documents. Support audits (internal, external, labor) and ensure recordkeeping compliance. Assist in the implementation and standardization of HR processes and systems. Compliance & Reporting: Ensure compliance with labor laws and organizational policies. Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and data analytics for management review. Collaborate with external vendors for compliance-related filings and inspections. Employee Support: Provide operational support to employees on HR policies, processes, and systems. Assist with employee engagement activities and internal communication. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field. MBA/PGDM preferred. 4–6 years of experience in payroll and HR operations. Strong knowledge of payroll systems (SAP, Oracle, ADP, etc.) and HRIS platforms. Sound understanding of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance. Proficiency in MS Excel and analytical tools. Excellent attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills.