Account Payable - TnE - Sr. Manager

JSW Steel; Khordha; On-site; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading steel manufacturing company in Khordha is seeking a professional to oversee master data management, manage payroll processing, and lead HR operations. The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy and security of HR data, drive process efficiency in employee reimbursement, and ensure compliance with all regulations. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and an ability to work collaboratively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accuracy, consistency, and security of employee master data.
• Manage end-to-end employee reimbursement processes.
• Supervise monthly payroll processing ensuring compliance.
• Lead a team of HR operations professionals.
• Drive operational excellence and support HR transformation initiatives.

Job description

Master Data Management (MDM)

• Oversee the accuracy, consistency, and security of employee master data across HR systems.
• Collaborate with IT and HRIS teams to enhance data workflows and system integrations.
• Oversee MDM updates for lifecycle changes onboarding, transfers, exits, etc.
• Monitor adherence to Group Insurance policy inclusions, exclusions, and death claim processing.
• Lead and manage Benefits & MDM teams under defined SLAs.

Employee Reimbursement

• Manage end-to-end employee reimbursement processes including policy adherence, claim validation, and timely disbursement.
• Drive automation and digitization of reimbursement workflows for improved efficiency.

Payroll Management

• Supervise monthly payroll processing ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Payroll cycle inputs, reconciliations, validations, tax filings, and audits.
• Monitor payroll system performance and recommend enhancements.

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Lead a team of HR operations professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and performance management.
• Develop and implement SOPs, SLAs, and KPIs for operational excellence.
• Support HR transformation initiatives including process reengineering and system upgrades.
• Coordinate with Finance, Audit, and Insurance stakeholders for process compliance and approvals.
• Drive periodic internal audits, reconciliations, and data validation checks.
• Collaborate with Digital HR / IT to implement new functionalities and data automations.
• Act as the key escalation point for all issues related to payroll, benefits, and reimbursements.
• Create and update SOPs, trackers, dashboards, and ensure documentation hygiene.
• Conduct regular capability building and process training within the team.
• Ensure timely updates and audits of employee records in compliance with internal policies and data privacy regulations.
• Partner with Finance and Audit teams to ensure compliance and resolve discrepancies.
• Liaise with Finance, Tax, and Compliance teams for audits, filings, and reconciliations.