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Senior Payroll Specialist

Senior Payroll Specialist

Appian

5 - 10 years

7 - 12 Lacs

chennai

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Job Type

Full Time

Job Description

About the Role

We are looking for a highly skilled

Senior Payroll Specialist

to join our global payroll team. In this role, you will oversee payroll operations across APAC ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee payroll experience. You will work closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to deliver timely and compliant payroll while continuously improving processes.

What You ll Do

Oversee the entire monthly payroll cycles across India, Australia, Japan, and Singapore.
Ensure accurate payrolls for new hires, exits, promotions, transfers and all types of variable pays.
Conduct audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve payroll discrepancies.
Collaborate with HR and different stakeholders on onboarding documentation, monthly variable pay, and all monthly payroll inputs.
Monitor compliance with local payroll legislation and tax requirements.
Maintain up to date employee records in HRIS/payroll systems and support all employee payroll related inquiries.
Partner with third-party vendors and provide global payroll backup support.
Identify process improvements and strengthen payroll system controls.
Deliver professional customer service to employees and internal stakeholders.

About you:

Bachelor s degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources or related field is preferred.
5+ years of payroll experience is a strong advantage.
Strong execution skills, analytical mindset, and attention to details with the ability to work independently.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Multilingual ability (Japanese, Italian, French, German, or Dutch) is a plus.

Tools Skills You ll Bring:

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, data analysis).
Experience with Workday and Cloudpay is a plus.
Ability to work with tight deadlines and handle sensitive data with professionalism and confidentiality.

Why Join Us

Work in a fast-paced, global environment with opportunities to expand your expertise in APJ payroll.
Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, process improvements, and continuous learning.

Tools and Resources

Training and Development: During onboarding, we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian, with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities, including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers, a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University, skills based training, and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
Community: We ll immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups . These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social, educational, and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

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