Assistant General Manager - Payroll Management (12-16 yrs)

Role Purpose:

The AGM - SSC Payroll will lead payroll functions, ensuring accurate and timely payment of salaries, tax compliance, and payroll-related expenses. This role involves overseeing a payroll team, managing stakeholder relationships, and optimizing payroll processes to align with best practices and organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Operations:

- Oversee end-to-end payroll processes, partnering with HR, Accounting, and Treasury to ensure accurate payroll recording and employee payments.

- Act as a subject matter expert on labor laws, workload, and payroll administration.

- Ensure compliance with payroll policies, SLAs, and regulations.

Process Improvement:

- Identify gaps and implement process improvements for operational efficiency and audit compliance.

- Develop SOPs and process guides to enhance payroll processes.

Team Management:

- Set clear goals, provide training, and conduct regular performance reviews for the payroll team.

- Foster team engagement to maintain a high level of service and reduce attrition.

Stakeholder Management:

- Engage with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, CHROs) to address payroll needs and resolve issues.

- Educate stakeholders on payroll processes and compliance requirements.

Audit and Governance:

- Coordinate with auditors for payroll and tax audits, ensuring timely and accurate responses.

- Implement governance processes to support audit readiness.

Reporting and Analysis:

- Prepare payroll MIS, dashboards, and reports for management review to support decision-making.

- Collaborate with analytics teams for insights and reporting accuracy.