Payroll Manager

Job Description: Payroll Manager

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead our payroll services team. This is a senior-level position with responsibility for managing client payroll engagements end-to-end, ensuring compliance with Indian statutory requirements, reviewing deliverables, and managing a team of payroll executives. The role requires strong client management skills, technical expertise in India payroll and social security compliance, and a commitment to service excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Client Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned payroll clients.
• Understand client requirements and design appropriate payroll solutions.
• Handle client onboarding, transitions, and queries in a professional manner.
• Build strong client relationships through proactive communication and consistent service quality.

Payroll Review and Delivery

• Review payroll computations prepared by the team for accuracy and compliance.
• Approve final payroll runs, salary registers, payslips, and bank files.
• Oversee statutory and labour compliance filings (PF, ESI, PT, LWF, Income Tax TDS, etc.) and ensure timely submission.
• Ensure that all payroll processes adhere to applicable laws and internal quality standards.

Team Management

• Lead and mentor a team of payroll executives and senior payroll associates.
• Allocate work, monitor progress, and review deliverables.
• Conduct regular team meetings, training sessions, and performance reviews.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture within the team.

Compliance and Advisory

• Stay abreast of changes in payroll laws and regulations in India.
• Advise clients on statutory updates and ensure proactive compliance.
• Review and sign off on monthly, quarterly, and annual statutory returns.
• Support accounting team by providing necessary documentation and clarifications.

Process Improvement and Reporting

• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Ensure proper documentation of payroll processes and controls.
• Assist in technology implementations or transitions (e.g., new payroll software or automation initiatives).

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field. MBA (HR/Finance) or professional certifications (e.g., Payroll Specialist certification) preferred.
• 6–10 years of experience in India payroll processing and compliance.
• Strong understanding of Indian labour laws, PF, ESI, PT, Income Tax TDS on salaries, and other statutory requirements.
• Prior experience in client-facing roles is essential.

Key Skills

• Excellent knowledge of India payroll processing, statutory compliance, and reporting.
• Strong people management and leadership skills.
• Client management and relationship-building abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with payroll software such as Greythr, Zoho and strong MS Excel.skills
• Good communication skills (written and verbal).