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Responsibilities: Payroll Processing and Administration Oversee accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing per company policies and regulations. Ensure payroll data integrity, covering salaries, benefits, deductions, and reimbursements in line with legal and tax norms. Manage payroll cutoffs, validations, and approvals to minimize discrepancies. Drive payroll automation and process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce manual effort Generate, analyze, and present payroll reports, tax summaries, cost breakdowns, and compliance dashboards for leadership decision-making. Drive process automation and payroll analytics to enhance data accuracy, minimize compliance risks, and optimize cost structures. Implement continuous improvement initiatives for payroll and HR compliance functions, ensuring scalability and operational excellence. Statutory compliance and Regulatory Reporting Ensure full compliance with labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory deductions (TDS, EPF, ESIC, PT, LWF, Bonus, Gratuity, etc.). Oversee tax computations, filings, and remittances in coordination with Finance and compliance agencies. Stay updated on labor and tax laws, ensuring timely implementation in payroll and HR policies. Manage payroll audits, assessments, and inspections with accurate documentation. Develop and enforce HR compliance frameworks, policies, and SOPs per regulatory and governance standards Act as the primary liaison for labor law consultants, regulators, and auditors, ensuring timely resolutions. Payroll Governance, Compliance and Employee support Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and Compliance to ensure seamless payroll accounting, reconciliations, and financial closures. Manage payroll provisions, reporting, and audits, ensuring compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements. Lead external audits, due diligence, and regulatory inspections with accurate documentation. Act as the escalation point for complex payroll and compliance queries, ensuring swift and compliant resolutions. Educate employees on salary structures, taxation, and statutory deductions to enhance awareness and reduce queries. Address payroll-related grievances transparently while ensuring legal compliance What we are looking for: MBA / PGDBM (Preferably in Human Resources) 5-7 years of experience in the field of Payroll Operations and Compliance (independently managing payroll operations). Experience in managing HR Audits Strong Analytical Skills : Ability to analyze data, think logically, and comfortable working with numbers and statistics Excellent Communication Skills : Both written and oral, with the ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds Maturity and Conflict Resolution : Ability to handle conflict resolution and engage in tough conversations. High Integrity and Ownership : Demonstrates a strong sense of integrity and takes ownership of responsibilities. Innovative Thinking : Ability to think outside the box and address unstructured problem statements confidently. Proficient in MS Office suite and Google Sheets. Knowledge of labor laws, statutory compliance, and payroll best practices . Experience working with cross-functional teams and external vendors. Proficiency in using HRMS tools (e.g., Darwinbox) and payroll software.
