Global US Payroll– Manager

PwC; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC Acceleration Center India seeks a Global US Payroll Manager at Manager level in Bengaluru. You will lead HR processes across onboarding, payroll and benefits, partnering with global teams and resolving complex employee inquiries. A strong focus on process improvement and leadership of junior staff is expected.

You will drive compliance, data integrity, and stakeholder collaboration while mentoring teams to deliver high-quality service in a dynamic, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s degree.
• At least 4 years of experience.
• Oral and written proficiency in English required.

Responsibilities

• Managing the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration.
• Overseeing compliance with labor laws and regulations to maintain operational integrity.
• Coordinating employee inquiries and issues, providing resolutions or escalating as necessary.
• Leading the development and implementation of HR processes and systems to support workforce efficiency.
• Analyzing HR metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement and strategic planning.
• Mentoring and coaching team members to enhance their skills and performance.
• Collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Administering employee data management and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information.
• Facilitating employee engagement strategies to foster a positive work environment.
• Utilizing HR software to streamline service delivery and improve operational effectiveness.

Skills

HR management

Payroll administration

Leadership

Employee lifecycle

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

HR software

Job description

Industry/Sector

Specialism

Managed Services

Management Level

Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

Join our Acceleration Center India and help shape the future of business for our diverse client portfolio across geographies and jurisdictions. You’ll work at the heart of global teams across Advisory, Assurance, Tax and Business Services—solving real client challenges through connected collaboration. We’ll help you grow your skills so you can go further. With hands-on learning, cutting-edge tools and an inclusive culture, this is your opportunity to do inspiring work that makes a difference—every day.

As a Global US Payroll Manager, you will play a pivotal role in managing the people lifecycle and operational tasks related to employee management, including onboarding, payroll, and benefits administration. Within our Managed Services practice, you will be the primary HR point of contact, resolving inquiries and supporting our workforce efficiently. This role involves engaging with complex business issues, from strategy to execution, and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving.

As a Manager, you will lead teams and manage client accounts, focusing on strategic planning and mentoring junior staff. You are accountable for project success and maintaining standards. Enhancing your leadership style, you motivate, develop, and inspire others to deliver quality. You are responsible for coaching, leveraging team members’ unique strengths, and managing performance to deliver on client expectations. With your growing knowledge of how business works, you play an important role in identifying opportunities that contribute to the success of our Firm. You are expected to lead with integrity and authenticity, articulating our purpose and values in a meaningful way. You embrace technology and innovation to enhance your delivery and encourage others to do the same.

In this role at PwC Acceleration Center India, you will be instrumental in driving HR processes and systems to support our workforce effectively.

Responsibilities

• Managing the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, and payroll administration
• Overseeing compliance with labor laws and regulations to maintain operational integrity
• Coordinating employee inquiries and issues, providing resolutions or escalating as necessary
• Leading the development and implementation of HR processes and systems to support workforce efficiency
• Analyzing HR metrics to identify opportunities for process improvement and strategic planning
• Mentoring and coaching team members to enhance their skills and performance
• Collaborating with leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives
• Administering employee data management and maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information
• Facilitating employee engagement strategies to foster a positive work environment
• Utilizing HR software to streamline service delivery and improve operational effectiveness

What You Must Have

• At least a Bachelor’s degree
• At least 4 years of experience
• Oral and written proficiency in English required

What Sets You Apart

• Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Measurement, Data Science, Industrial-Organizational (I/O) Psychology, or a related field
• Demonstrating proficiency in HR Software and Employee Data Management
• Excelling in coaching and feedback to enhance team performance
• Utilizing analytical thinking to drive process improvement initiatives
• Embracing change and fostering an inclusive work environment
• Managing complex projects with strategic planning and execution
• Navigating stakeholder communications with professional courage and empathy

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

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