GP Manager - APAC

Multiplier; Chennai District; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Multiplier is hiring a seasoned Global Payroll Leader to manage end-to-end payroll operations across 150+ countries from Chennai or Bengaluru. You will lead compliance, controls, and automation initiatives while partnering with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and regulatory adherence.

The role demands 12+ years in global payroll and HR operations, with strong leadership, analytics, and communication skills to drive efficiency at scale in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in Global Payroll and HR Operations, preferably in a fast-paced, multi-country environment.
• Proven expertise in international payroll compliance, specifically APAC, including tax laws, statutory requirements, and social security regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, ensuring 100% payroll accuracy while proactively addressing discrepancies.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive payroll efficiency at scale.
• Proficiency in payroll technology, ERP systems, and automation tools, leveraging tech to streamline payroll operations.
• Effective leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and mentoring high-performing payroll teams.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities, capable of translating complex payroll data into meaningful business insights.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Global Payroll Management – Oversee payroll processing for internal employees across 150+ countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement.
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation – Stay ahead of evolving global payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance frameworks to mitigate risks and maintain full regulatory adherence.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management – Collaborate with external payroll vendors, internal HR, Finance, and leadership teams to optimize payroll workflows and address operational challenges.
• Payroll Controls & Audit Readiness – Implement robust pre-payroll validation checks and real-time payroll controls, ensuring transparency and audit readiness at all times.
• Process Optimization & Automation – Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes through automation and technology adoption, reducing manual dependencies and enhancing efficiency.
• Payroll Dashboard & Reporting – Develop insightful payroll dashboards and analytics to provide visibility into payroll trends, compliance metrics, and cost optimization strategies.
• Team Leadership & Development – Lead and mentor a team, fostering a high-performance culture while driving continuous learning and process excellence.

Skills

Global Payroll

HR Operations

APAC compliance

Stakeholder management

Payroll technology

Leadership

Communication

Tools

ERP systems

Automation tools

Job description

Job Description:

Work Location: Chennai or Bangalore

About us:

The global hiring revolution is shaping a future where talent can thrive everywhere, driving innovation and progress on a global scale. Multiplier is at the forefront of this change. By removing barriers and simplifying global hiring, we’re creating a level playing field where businesses and individuals – (like you) – can compete, grow, and succeed, regardless of geography.

Multiplier empowers companies to hire, onboard, manage, and pay talent in 150+ countries, quickly and compliantly. Our mission is to build a world without limits, where ambitious businesses can look beyond borders to build their global dream teams.

Our unified employment platform, complete with world-class EOR, AOR and Global Payroll products, means it has never been easier to seize the global hiring opportunity.

We’re backed by some of the best in the business, (Sequoia, DST, and Tiger Global), are led by industry-leading experts, scaling fast, and seeking brilliant like-minded enthusiasts to join our team. The future is borderless. Let’s build it together.

What will you be doing?

You will be at the heart of our international payroll operations, ensuring seamless payroll execution across multiple countries. Your role will involve:

• End-to-End Global Payroll Management – Oversee payroll processing for internal employees across 150+ countries, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement.
• Compliance & Risk Mitigation – Stay ahead of evolving global payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance frameworks to mitigate risks and maintain full regulatory adherence.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Management – Collaborate with external payroll vendors, internal HR, Finance, and leadership teams to optimize payroll workflows and address operational challenges.
• Payroll Controls & Audit Readiness – Implement robust pre-payroll validation checks and real-time payroll controls, ensuring transparency and audit readiness at all times.
• Process Optimization & Automation – Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes through automation and technology adoption, reducing manual dependencies and enhancing efficiency.
• Payroll Dashboard & Reporting – Develop insightful payroll dashboards and analytics to provide visibility into payroll trends, compliance metrics, and cost optimization strategies.
• Team Leadership & Development – Lead and mentor a team, fostering a high-performance culture while driving continuous learning and process excellence.

What do we need?

We are looking for a seasoned Global Payroll leader who brings a blend of strategic thinking, operational expertise, and deep domain knowledge. The ideal candidate should have:

• 12+ years of experience in Global Payroll and HR Operations, preferably in a fast-paced, multi-country environment.
• Proven expertise in international payroll compliance , specifically APAC, including tax laws, statutory requirements, and social security regulations.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills, ensuring 100% payroll accuracy while proactively addressing discrepancies.
• Strong stakeholder management experience, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive payroll efficiency at scale.
• Proficiency in payroll technology, ERP systems, and automation tools, leveraging tech to streamline payroll operations.
• Effective leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and mentoring high-performing payroll teams.
• Excellent communication and reporting abilities, capable of translating complex payroll data into meaningful business insights.