Assistant Payroll Manager

Job Description

*Job Title:* Assistant Payroll Manager *Location:* Ahmedabad *Department:* Human Resources / Payroll *Reporting To:* Payroll Manager / HR Head *Experience Required:* Minimum 6 years in Payroll Management *Industry:* \[Specify industry, e.g., FMCG, Manufacturing, IT, etc.] *Employment Type:* Full-Time *Job Summary:* We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented *Assistant Payroll Manager* to support and oversee the end-to-end payroll process. The ideal candidate will ensure timely and accurate payroll execution, compliance with statutory regulations, and manage payroll queries effectively. You will assist in supervising payroll staff, process improvements, audits, and payroll reporting. *Key Responsibilities:* * Manage and process end-to-end payroll for white-collar and/or blue-collar employees (as applicable). * Ensure compliance with all relevant labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, etc.). * Assist in reviewing and maintaining employee payroll records, salary structure, reimbursements, and deductions. * Collaborate with HR, Finance, and external auditors to ensure payroll accuracy and transparency. * Prepare payroll reports, salary slips, and reconciliation statements. * Handle employee payroll queries, grievances, and escalations with confidentiality and professionalism. * Ensure timely filings and payments of statutory contributions. * Participate in internal and external payroll audits. * Support implementation of payroll systems and digital tools for process automation. * Keep abreast of changes in labor laws, tax policies, and compliance standards. *Requirements:* * Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field. * Minimum 6 years of experience in payroll management, with exposure to medium to large workforce. * Strong knowledge of Indian payroll compliance and labor laws. * Proficient in MS Excel and payroll software (e.g., SAP, ADP, greytHR, Keka, etc.). * Excellent numerical ability, attention to detail, and confidentiality. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * Experience handling payroll for both white-collar and blue-collar employees is preferred.