Assistant Manager - Payroll

ClearTrail Technologies; Indore District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A software development company in Indore is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager Payroll to oversee end-to-end payroll operations in India. Responsibilities include ensuring timely processing, compliance with statutory requirements, handling TDS filings, and managing payroll-related queries. Ideal candidates should have a postgraduate degree and 5-6 years of experience in IT payroll, particularly within SAP HCM/SuccessFactors. The company offers a full-time role with opportunities for process improvements and system enhancements.

Qualifications

• 5-6 years of experience in India Payroll within an IT company.
• Hands-on expertise in SAP Payroll (HCM/SuccessFactors).
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll regulations and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for India employees.
• Ensure compliance with statutory laws and regulations.
• Handle TDS calculations, filings, and returns.
• Perform payroll reconciliations and audits.
• Handle payroll-related queries from employees.

Skills

SAP Payroll (HCM/SuccessFactors)

Indian payroll regulations

TDS filing

Statutory compliance

Excel proficiency

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Postgraduate in Commerce/Finance/HR

Tools

SAP HCM/SuccessFactors

HRMS

Job description

Location - Indore, MP (Work from Office)

Requisition Description

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Manager Payroll to manage end-to-end payroll operations for India through SAP HCM/SuccessFactors. The role involves ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, TDS filing, compliance with statutory requirements, reconciliation of payroll accounts, and coordination with stakeholders including HR, Finance, and statutory authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for India employees through SAP Payroll.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory laws and regulations including PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, Gratuity, Income Tax, and other applicable labor laws.
• Handle TDS calculations, filings, and returns in compliance with statutory timelines.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, audits, and variance analysis to ensure accuracy.
• Handle payroll-related queries from employees and internal stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external consultants/statutory authorities for payroll-related matters.
• Generate and validate payroll reports, MIS, and dashboards for management review.
• Manage full and final settlement calculations for exiting employees.
• Support annual audits, taxation, and year-end activities (Form 16, investment declarations, etc.).
• Drive process improvements and system enhancements within SAP payroll module.
• Ensure confidentiality and integrity of employee payroll data.

Qualifications & Skills

• Postgraduate in Commerce/Finance/HR or related discipline.
• 5-6 years of experience in India Payroll within an IT company, with hands-on expertise in SAP Payroll (HCM/SuccessFactors).
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll regulations, TDS filing, and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with strong attention to detail.

Preferred:

• Experience in multinational/global payroll operations.
• Exposure to HRMS and SAP integration with finance systems.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development