Payroll Leader

preferably Mission

Oversee and ensure the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees within the organization/country in compliance with local regulations and practices. Manage and coach the payroll team/vendor. Will be accountable for working with Global teams and vendors on the salary benchmarking exercise.

Key Responsibilities:

C & B support Management:

• Oversee full-cycle monthly payroll processing for all employees across locations.

> Review and validate payroll input attendance, leaves, overtime, and variable payouts.

• Ensure timely Compensation Revision cycle.
• Managing Employee Budget & cost.
• Supporting HRBPs with retention strategies.

MIS & Analytics:

• Design and generate monthly, quarterly, and annual HR and payroll dashboards.
• Analyze trends in compensation, workforce metrics, and statutory liabilities.
• Provide ad hoc reports and insights into leadership to support strategy and budgeting.
• Lead automation and system improvements in payroll and compliance tracking.

Statutory Compliance:

• Ensure full compliance with applicable labor laws: PF, ESI, PT, TDS, Gratuity, Bonus, etc.
• Timely submission of returns and filings to statutory authorities.
• Manage inspections, assessments, and liaise with external consultants and auditors.
• Meeting Compliance requirements for Customers.
• Maintain and update employee records in line with regulatory guidelines.

Stakeholder Interaction:

• Key stakeholders include clients, internal delivery/support function teams, function heads and external vendors. •

• Network with key contacts outside own area of expertise. •
• Provide information to senior stakeholders within and outside the organization to support decision making related to the respective sub-function/portfolio.

Desired Attributes:

Graduate/Postgraduate in Human Resource Management, or related field.

8-10 years of relevant experience in payroll, compliance, and MIS preferably in a mid- to large-sized organization, managing headcount of 3-4k.

Proficiency in payroll management, system & vendor management and advanced Excel & presentation skills.

Strong understanding of Indian labor laws and statutory requirements.

Excellent attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills.

Power BI knowledge will be an added advantage.

Diversity preferred.

Trustworthy with a strong sense of confidentiality.

Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Proactive in identifying and implementing process improvements.

Strong interpersonal skills to liaise with cross-functional teams.