Assistant Payroll Manager

RECRIVIO; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

RECRIVIO in Mumbai seeks an Assistant Manager / Manager – Payroll to oversee end-to-end payroll operations and deliver clear, data-driven insights to management.

You will ensure compliance with statutory requirements, coordinate inputs from attendance to deductions, and partner with HR and Finance to support audits and budgeting.

The role demands strong Excel skills, experience with HRIS/payroll software, and the ability to present complex payroll information to non-technical stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 9–12 years of payroll processing and reporting experience.
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and labor laws.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas).
• Experience with HRIS / Payroll software.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, labor laws, etc.).
• Handle payroll inputs including attendance, leaves, overtime, incentives, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors (if applicable).
• Address payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently.
• Support audits by maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Finance/HR

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

ADP

Job description

The Assistant Manager / Manager – Payroll will be responsible for managing end-to-end payroll operations while also preparing, analyzing, and presenting payroll and people-related reports for internal stakeholders. This role requires strong attention to detail, sound knowledge of statutory compliance, and the ability to translate payroll data into clear, actionable insights for management.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Manage and execute end-to-end payroll processing for employees accurately and on time
• Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, labor laws, etc.)
• Handle payroll inputs including attendance, leaves, overtime, incentives, deductions, and reimbursements
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors (if applicable)
• Address payroll-related queries and resolve discrepancies efficiently
• Support audits by maintaining accurate payroll records and documentation

Stakeholder Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare periodic payroll and workforce reports for senior management and stakeholders
• Generate MIS reports related to headcount, cost analysis, attrition, and payroll trends
• Analyze payroll data to identify discrepancies, trends, and cost-saving opportunities
• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of reports
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and manpower planning through payroll data insights

Process Improvement & Controls

• Assist in improving payroll processes, controls, and reporting mechanisms
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality of employee information
• Support system enhancements and automation initiatives related to payroll and reporting

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, HR, or related field
• 9 – 12 years of experience in payroll processing and reporting (Manager–level exposure preferred)
• Strong knowledge of payroll compliance and labor laws
• Experience preparing management and stakeholder reports
• Strong analytical and numerical skillsAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, formulas); payroll systems knowledge preferred
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to communicate complex payroll data clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Strong time management and ability to meet strict deadlines
• Discretion and integrity in handling confidential data

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience with large headcount payroll
• Exposure to audits and statutory inspections
• Experience with HRIS / Payroll software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Workday, ADP, etc.)