Payroll Head

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.