Process Lead, Payroll

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

Job summary

Rolls-Royce is looking for an individual contributor for payroll operations in India to support end-to-end payroll processing for Singapore and the APAC market. Responsibilities include managing payroll inputs, validating data, and resolving employee queries. Applicants should have 5-8 years of experience in payroll operations and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

The position is critical for ensuring compliance and accuracy in payroll processing while collaborating closely with HR and finance teams. The company values respect and inclusivity, fostering a workplace where diverse perspectives can thrive.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in payroll operations, especially in Singapore or APAC.
• Experience with HRIS/payroll systems like Workday and ServiceNow.
• Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll inputs and support end-to-end payroll operations accurately.
• Validate payroll data including attendance, leaves, and deductions.
• Manage payroll-related employee queries within defined service level agreements.

Skills

Payroll operations

HR shared services

HRIS systems (Workday, ServiceNow)

MS Office

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, or related field

Job description

Summary

This is an individual contributor role responsible for supporting end-to-end payroll operations for Singapore and APAC market in compliance with SOPs, company policies, and SLAs within a shared services environment. This person will be part of the GBS Team, ensuring accurate payroll processing, resolving employee queries, and supporting HR operations using Workday and ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll inputs and support end-to-end payroll operations with accuracy and timeliness.
• Validate payroll data including attendance, leave, reimbursements, deductions, and statutory components.
• Manage payroll-related employee queries and resolve issues within defined service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure payroll transactions are processed in compliance with company policies, labour laws, and statutory regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee payroll records in HR and payroll systems.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external payroll vendors to ensure smooth payroll processing.
• Support employee lifecycle activities related to payroll including onboarding, transfers, promotions, and exit settlements.
• Monitor and reconcile payroll reports, ensuring data accuracy and compliance.
• Handle confidential employee information with integrity and discretion.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience in Payroll operations (Singapore, APAC preferred), HR shared services, or payroll administration.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources / business administration, Commerce or related field.
• Experience working with HRIS/payroll systems such as Workday and ServiceNow.
• Proficiency in MS Office and Google Workspace, especially Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-driven environment.
• High attention to detail, confidentiality, and accuracy.
• Positive attitude with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Rolls‑Royce are committed to being a respectful, inclusive, and non‑discriminatory workplace where individuality is valued, diverse perspectives fuel innovation, and everyone can thrive.