Sr HR Generalist

Qualifications

• 6 69 years of HR experience, with 3+ years in end-to-end payroll management for 300+ employees
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems, labor laws, and statutory compliance (India: PF, ESI, PT, TDS, etc.)
• Experience with payroll tools (e.g., Keka, Zoho Payroll, ADP, GreytHR)
• Solid Excel/Google Sheets skills and familiarity with HRIS platforms
• Excellent attention to detail, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Experience in a startup or tech-focused environment preferred
  

Technical Skills & Search Keywords

• HRIS / Payroll Systems: Keka, GreytHR, Zoho Payroll/Zoho People, ADP, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM, BambooHR, Paycom
• Time & Attendance / Integrations: Kronos, TSheets, biometric systems, Time Doctor, Buddy Punch, API/CSV integrations for attendance
• Payroll & Statutory (India): Provident Fund (PF/EPF), ESI, Professional Tax (PT), TDS, Form 24Q, Form 16, ECR/ECR uploads, challans, GST considerations, Labour Codes, maternity benefits, LWF
• Excel / Google Sheets (Advanced): Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH, SUMIFS/COUNTIFS, IFERROR, ARRAYFORMULA, IMPORTRANGE, conditional formatting, Macros/VBA, Power Query
• Reporting & Analytics: SQL for data queries, Power BI, Tableau, Google Data Studio, advanced Excel reporting, Python/R basics for HR analytics
• Payroll Concepts & Processes: gross-to-net calculations, payroll reconciliation, arrears, reimbursements, leave encashment, LTA, HRA, EDLI, payroll audits
• Data & Security: role-based access control, data privacy best practices (including GDPR awareness), secure payroll data handling
• Other Keywords: HRIS implementation, payroll outsourcing, vendor management, statutory compliance, payroll compliance audits, employee benefits administration, headcount reporting, attrition analysis
  

Role Overview

owner of payroll processing for ~300+ employees

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding (Primary Focus)

• Partner with hiring managers to manage end-to-end recruitment for technical and business roles
• Drive sourcing via job portals, LinkedIn, referrals, Agencies
• Manage onboarding: documentation, IT/Admin coordination, induction programs
  

Payroll Management (Primary Focus)

• Own and manage monthly payroll processing for 500+ employees
• Coordinate with Finance, HRIS, and payroll vendors to ensure accurate inputs (attendance, leaves, bonuses, reimbursements, taxes)
• Ensure statutory compliance with PF, ESI, PT, TDS, and other applicable labor laws
• Handle audits, inspections, and timely filings (e.g., Form 24Q, ECR uploads, etc.)
• Address payroll-related employee queries and discrepancies promptly
• Maintain confidentiality and data accuracy in payroll records
  

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data, and documentation
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and manage compliance audits
• Administer leave, attendance, and benefits programs
  

Performance & Employee Engagement

• Support execution of OKR/KPI-based performance reviews
• Coordinate feedback sessions and performance coaching with managers
• Drive engagement initiatives: surveys, recognition, team-building
• Act as the HR point-of-contact for day-to-day employee concerns
  

HR Reporting & Analytics

• Maintain dashboards and reports on headcount, attrition, payroll, hiring, and performance
• Present data-driven insights to leadership for strategic decisions