Manager Payroll & Compliance

QUALIFICATIONS:

Ø MBA in HR / Finance or equivalent.

Ø Additional certification in Payroll Management / Labour Laws preferred.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE:

Ø 10–12 years of experience in payroll management, statutory compliance, and HR operations (preferably in manufacturing sector).

Ø Strong understanding of payroll software (ERP / HRMS).

Ø In-depth knowledge of taxation, labour laws, wage laws, and statutory filings.

Ø Experience in managing contract labor compliance in a manufacturing environment.

Job role

Payroll Management:

Ø Oversee the end-to-end monthly payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.

Ø Manage salary inputs, including attendance, leave, new hires, separations, and other variable pay components.

Ø Handle the full and final settlement process for exiting employees in a timely manner.

Ø Ensure accurate calculation and deduction of taxes (TDS) and other statutory contributions.

Ø Generate and distribute payslips and address employee queries regarding salary, deductions, and taxes.

Statutory Compliance:

Ø Ensure 100% compliance with all applicable labor laws, including but not limited to Provident Fund (PF), Employee State Insurance (ESI), Professional Tax (PT), Gratuity, and Bonus Act.

Ø Manage the timely deposit of all statutory payments and the filing of all necessary returns.

Ø Liaise with government authorities and statutory bodies as required.

Ø Stay updated with amendments in labor laws and ensure necessary changes are implemented in the system.

HR Systems & MIS:

Ø Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee master data in the HRIS/ERP system.

Ø Generate monthly payroll and compliance-related MIS and dashboards for management review.

Ø Drive the automation of payroll processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Ø Ensure seamless integration of payroll data with finance and other HR systems.

Audit & Governance:

Ø Prepare for and manage internal and external audits related to payroll and statutory compliance.

Ø Ensure all payroll-related documentation is maintained in an organized and audit-ready manner.

Ø Implement and enforce internal controls to prevent payroll errors and fraud.

Employee Benefits Administration:

Ø Administer employee benefits programs such as medical insurance, gratuity, and superannuation.

Ø Coordinate with insurance providers and other vendors for timely renewals and claim processing.

Ø Educate employees about the various benefits and assist them with related queries.