Senior Payroll Specialist

Job Summary:

The Senior Specialist – Payroll Operations is responsible for managing and executing

end-to-end payroll processes with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance. This role

ensures adherence to statutory regulations, internal policies, and audit requirements

while supporting continuous improvement initiatives in payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities:

 Payroll Processing:

 Execute monthly payroll cycles for assigned regions/entities.

 Validate inputs including attendance, bonuses, deductions, and statutory

contributions.

 Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate

data flow.

 Compliance & Audit:

 Ensure payroll compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and

company policies.

 Prepare and support internal and external audits related to payroll.

 Maintain accurate documentation and records for audit readiness.

 Reporting & Analytics:

 Generate payroll reports, variance analysis, and dashboards for

stakeholders.

 Provide insights and recommendations for payroll cost optimization.

 System & Process Improvements:

 Support payroll system upgrades, automation initiatives, and process

enhancements.

 Participate in UAT and implementation of new payroll tools or modules.

 Stakeholder Management:

 Act as a point of contact for payroll-related queries from employees and

managers.

 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues and improve

service delivery.

Qualifications & Experience:

 Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.

 5+ years of experience in payroll operations, preferably in a multi-country or

large-scale setup.

 Advanced Excel skills and experience with payroll analytics.

 Having experience in SuccessFactors and SAP is an added advantage

Skills & Competencies:

 High attention to detail and accuracy.

 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

 Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

 Ability to manage confidential information with integrity.

 Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced environment.