Sr Manager - Global Payroll

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Payroll Management
• Lead the full payroll cycle, including input validation, computation, review, approvals, and disbursement, in partnership with the payroll vendor and internal teams.
• Oversee the preparation and validation of payroll inputs, including new joiners, exits, bonuses, overtime, night shift allowances (NSA), statutory deductions, and adjustments.
• Review and approve monthly pay registers, ensuring alignment with company policies and statutory requirements.
• Manage supplementary payroll cycles and exceptions (off-cycle payments, F&F settlements, etc.) in coordination with People Operations and Accounting.
• Stakeholder Coordination
• Collaborate with People Business Partners, Talent Acquisition, Accounting, and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution
• Liaise with Darwinbox and the payroll vendor to resolve discrepancies, audit findings, and ensure seamless data flow and accuracy
• Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll or compliance issues.
• Compliance and Statutory Filings
• Ensure adherence to all statutory compliances, including PF, ESI, Professional Tax, Gratuity, Labour Welfare Fund, NPS, and other applicable regulations
• Validate PF/NPS challans and statutory remittances before submission to the Accounts team
• Oversee employee income tax computation, TDS deductions, quarterly Form 24Q filings, Form 16 preparation, and timely disbursement, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with the Income Tax Act requirements
• Coordinate with external payroll vendors to manage annual filings, resolve queries from respective internal departments and external regulatory authorities, and ensure accurate and timely submissions
• Conduct periodic employee sessions on payroll topics such as income tax planning, declarations, proof submissions, and policy or system updates to enhance employee understanding and compliance
• Stay updated on local employment and taxation laws to ensure ongoing compliance
• Process Governance and Continuous Improvement
• Monitor payroll SLAs, accuracy metrics, and audit trails for process control
• Review payroll SOPs regularly and identify opportunities for automation and optimization within Darwinbox and related systems
• Maintain payroll documentation and ensure readiness for internal and external audits
• Team Leadership and Development
• Lead and mentor the payroll team, ensuring training on policies, compliance, and tools
• Promote collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning across People Operations, Payroll, and Accounting functions

What You’ll Bring:

• Qualifications and Experience
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, HR, or a related field, MBA preferred
• Experience: 10 to 15 years of progressive payroll management experience, with at least 3 to 5 years in a leadership role
• Systems Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of Darwinbox, MS Office products (Excel, word, powerpoint), and G Suite (Google Docs, Google Sheets)
• Expertise: Deep understanding of Indian payroll regulations, taxation, and statutory compliance
• Preferred additional skills (good to have, not mandatory):
• Deep understanding of working with the ADP platform
• Fair knowledge of the procurement process, particularly in payroll vendor coordination and contract management.
• Skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective stakeholder management and vendor coordination skills
• Strong communication and leadership capabilities