Job Description

Job Summary The Payroll and Benefits Manager will oversee the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely processing. This role involves operational and administrative responsibilities, including preparing and validating salary inputs, statutory filings, gratuity, pension and post-retirement benefits and ESOS administration, and query resolution. The incumbent will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to maintain efficient payroll operations. Key Responsibilities Payroll Operations Manage and oversee the payroll process from input collection to salary disbursement. Collate inputs from 25+ units, prepare inputs like new joiner details, promotions, salary revisions, perquisite details etc. and feed validate inputs in the payroll system Coordinate with various stakeholders outsourced partners and finance team vendor to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, such as PT, PF, ESIC, minimum wages, and tax deductions. Monitor payroll vendor performance and address discrepancies or issues promptly. Review payroll and benefits reports, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies. Manage payroll helpdesk; Address employee queries related to payroll, tax calculations, and benefits. Benefits Administration Administer employee benefits, including PF, gratuity, pension, and post-retirement medical benefits. Manage various aspects of Employee Stock Option Scheme (ESOS) including grant, vesting, exercise and reporting of perquisite data in compliance with company policies and regulations. System Management Raise and manage system configuration change requests with payroll vendors. Update component rule masters, taxation rule masters, and system settings as required. Ensure seamless integration of HRMS with payroll system. Update and maintain relevant data in internal HRMS and other LTI systems. Qualifications and Experience Education: Bachelors degree in HR, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. Experience: Minimum 3+ years in payroll and benefits administration. Work Arrangement: Work from Office Working Days: Monday Friday and 1st and 3rd Saturday Technical Skills Familiarity with payroll systems, stock management software and HRMS. Knowledge of statutory compliance, taxation rules, and employee benefits. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and documentation management. Key Competencies Ability to manage confidential data with integrity. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication and vendor management skills. Analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proactive and process-driven mindset.