Payroll manager

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 800000 - Rs 1200000 (ie INR 8-12 LPA)
Min Experience: 5 years
Location: Gurugram, Greater Noida
JobType: full-time

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations and ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in all payroll-related processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, an in-depth understanding of payroll systems, and expertise in statutory compliance under Indian labor laws.

As the Payroll Manager, you will be responsible for processing payroll for a large workforce ranging between 700 to 3000 employees, ensuring timely disbursement of salaries and adherence to regulatory obligations. This role requires a proactive professional who can collaborate with HR, finance, and compliance teams while maintaining strict confidentiality and precision in every aspect of payroll management.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-End Payroll Management:
  Manage complete payroll processing for 700–3000 employees, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory and company policies.
• Payroll Analysis & Reporting:
  Conduct periodic payroll audits and variance analysis to ensure data integrity. Generate detailed payroll reports and analytics to support business decisions and financial planning.
• Compliance & Statutory Adherence:
  Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory requirements including PF, ESI, TDS, Professional Tax, LWF, and other labor regulations. Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws, taxation, and government notifications.
• Reconciliation & Accounting:
  Handle payroll accounting, monthly reconciliations, and coordination with finance teams for journal entries and payment disbursements. Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary payroll data and documentation.
• Employee Records Management:
  Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records including salary revisions, arrears, incentives, bonuses, and deductions. Ensure data security and integrity across payroll systems.
• Full & Final Settlements:
  Manage end-to-end F&F settlements for exiting employees, including calculation of dues, gratuity, leave encashment, and statutory compliance.
• Process Improvements:
  Continuously review and optimize payroll processes to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience. Evaluate automation opportunities to streamline payroll operations.
• Collaboration & Coordination:
  Work closely with HR, Finance, and Compliance teams to ensure smooth payroll execution. Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries and issue resolution.

Requirements

• Education: CA or Semi-Qualified CA preferred; alternatively, a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or HR.
• Experience: Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in payroll management for large organizations (700–3000 employees).
• Technical Proficiency:
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws, taxation (TDS), and labor compliance (PF, ESI, PT, LWF).
• Proficiency in payroll software such as GreytHR, ADP, SAP, Oracle HCM, or similar platforms.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel for payroll data analysis and reporting.
• Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform payroll variance analysis, reconcile data, and support financial audits.
• Attention to Detail: High degree of numerical accuracy, confidentiality, and reliability in managing sensitive data.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills. Ability to work independently in an individual contributor capacity while meeting strict deadlines.