Payroll Specialist

Aerem; Mumbai; On-site; INR 990,000 - 1,210,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerem is hiring an Assistant Manager - Payroll & HR Operations to own payroll and core HR processes across its group. You will manage end-to-end monthly payroll, statutory compliance, HR audits, and employee lifecycle activities in a fast-paced multi-entity setup.

You will ensure accurate payroll inputs, timely settlements, and robust HRMS data, while coordinating with Finance and business stakeholders. Prior experience in multi-entity environments is highly preferred.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Payroll & HR Operations.
• Hands-on end-to-end payroll processing experience.
• Strong understanding of Indian statutory payroll compliances.
• Experience with PF, ESIC, PT, LWF and TDS labour law compliance.
• Proficient in leave and attendance management and HRMS.
• Experience handling HR audits and reconciliations.
• Multi-entity payroll/HR operations experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end payroll processing across multiple entities.
• Validate payroll inputs: attendance, leaves, joins, exits, increments, reimbursements.
• Ensure payroll accuracy and timely closure with Finance and vendors.
• Manage payroll-related employee queries and settlements.
• Handle statutory filings, payments and documentation.
• Support audits and maintain compliance trackers.
• Oversee HR operations: onboarding, transfers, exits, records.
• Drive HRMS data accuracy and regular MIS reports.
• Coordinate with multiple entities and stakeholders.

Skills

Payroll & HR Operations

End-to-end payroll

Statutory payroll compliance

PF/ESIC/PT/LWF/TDS compliance

Leave & attendance management

HRMS data accuracy

HR audits & reconciliations

Multi-entity payroll/HR operations

Excel/Google Sheets

Attention to detail & ownership

Independent worker in fast-paced env

Tools

Keka

Zoho People

RazorpayX

Darwinbox

Job description

Assistant Manager Payroll & HR Operations

Location: Ghatkopar, Mumbai
Experience: 4-7 years
Compensation: Up to 11 LPA
Work Mode: Work from Office

About Us

We are a leading renewable energy platform building solutions that accelerate the adoption of solar energy in India. With a growing group of businesses across renewable energy, financing and B2B solutions, we operate across multiple entities and are rapidly scaling our team.

About the Role

We are looking for an Assistant Manager - Payroll & HR Operations to own and manage payroll and core HR operations across our group of entities.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is strong on payroll, statutory compliances, HR audits, employee lifecycle processes, leave & attendance and HR operations, with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing across multiple entities.
• Validate payroll inputs including attendance, leave, new joiners, exits, increments, incentives, reimbursements and deductions.
• Conduct payroll reconciliation and ensure accuracy of payroll outputs.
• Coordinate with Finance, HR and payroll vendors for timely payroll closure.
• Manage payroll-related employee queries and ensure timely resolution.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of Full & Final settlements.

Statutory Compliance & Audits

• Manage monthly and annual statutory compliances including PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, TDS and other applicable labour compliances.
• Coordinate statutory filings, payments and documentation.
• Support internal, statutory and HR audits and ensure timely closure of audit requirements.
• Maintain compliance trackers, registers and supporting documentation.
• Stay updated on applicable labour laws and regulatory changes.

HR Operations

• Own employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, transfers, confirmations, exits and documentation.
• Manage leave and attendance processes and ensure accurate payroll integration.
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation across entities.
• Drive HRMS data accuracy and process improvements.
• Prepare regular HR MIS and operational reports.
• Develop and maintain SOPs and process documentation for HR operations.

Multi-Entity Operations

• Manage HR operations and payroll processes across multiple group entities.
• Ensure entity-wise accuracy in payroll, compliance and employee records.
• Coordinate with Finance and business stakeholders across entities.
• Support audits and compliance requirements specific to different legal entities.

What We’re Looking For

• 5-8 years of experience in Payroll & HR Operations.
• Strong hands-on experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Good understanding of Indian statutory payroll compliances.
• Experience with PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, TDS and labour law compliance.
• Strong experience in leave & attendance management and HRMS.
• Experience handling HR audits and reconciliations.
• Multi-entity payroll/HR operations experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and comfort working with large datasets.
• High attention to detail and strong ownership of timelines.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, growing organisation.

Preferred

• Experience in a startup, high-growth organisation or multi-entity environment.
• Experience managing payroll for 200+ employees.
• Exposure to HRMS/payroll platforms such as Keka, Zoho People, RazorpayX, Darwinbox or similar.
• Relevant certification/coursework in payroll, labour laws or HR operations is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work closely with leadership on a high-impact HR function.
• Exposure to multiple entities and a rapidly scaling organisation.
• Ownership of critical payroll, compliance and HR operations processes.
• Work with a mission-driven company contributing to India's renewable energy transition.

Compensation: Up to 11 LPA, depending on experience and fit.