Indian Finance Payroll Manager

Role & responsibilities - You will actively involve yourself in the execution of the strategic planning for Finance (Payroll) related matters.  You will become part of a high-performing team, providing support and managing accounting and Finance (Payroll) related activities.

• Responsible for accurate and timely accounting of payroll cost on monthly basis and ensuring quality of regular management reports
• Working on payroll related Tax activities, monthly TDS, advance tax estimates, 3CD information, etc.
• Ensuring timely deposits of PF, ESI and other statutory dues
• Leading statutory accounting/audit/reporting/internal controls as well as reporting under IFRS for group consolidation purposes for activities relating to payroll.
• Working with various internal teams to consolidate and validate inputs for monthly payroll processing
• Contribute in providing inputs for financial plans and forecasts along with adhoc management reports
• Support in standardization of payroll activities and ensuring overall efficiency 
• Support in implementation of new processes/controls to mitigate any control gaps
• Participate in development of local financial and accounting policies and procedures aligned to Global policies. Ensure adequate internal control systems and processes commensurate with the operational needs.

Preferred candidate profile -

• Knowledgeable in payroll activities and broader financial reports like financial statements, general ledger, financial planning.
• Accounting knowledge, Analytical skills
• In-depth professional experience, 10-12 yrs in a similar role preferably in the corporate Finance (Payroll) function of a Shared Services.
• Professional Certifications e.g CPA, CMA, CAT, Six Sigma will be added advantage. 
• Working skills and knowledge of financial modules of ERP systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle Financials etc).
• MS Office Skills i.e. strong Excel Knowledge.
• Highly analytic and keen sense for details and data accuracy