Senior Specialist

ZALARIS Deutschland AG; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Zalaris Deutschland AG in Chennai seeks a seasoned Payroll Operations professional to oversee employee data, payroll inputs, attendance, contracts, and related archives across multiple markets. You will prepare reports, respond to service requests, and resolve complex cross‑functional issues as a case manager.

Lead training for teammates, support process improvements, and ensure accuracy and compliance in SAP Payroll, SAP HCM, and SAP SuccessFactors.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of progressive experience in payroll operations across multiple regions.
• Significant exposure to SAP Payroll (HCM) and SAP SuccessFactors (EC / ECP).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills; fluent in English; EU language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Register and maintain employee data (new hires, changes, terminations, tax info, pension).
• Maintain organizational structure.
• Register and handle absence/attendance.
• Register payroll data inputs (deductions, benefits, bonuses, salaries).
• Prepare and deliver reports.
• Handle service requests via C4C and inquiries by phone.
• Produce contracts and related employment documentation; maintain archives.
• Resolve complex multi-functional issues as a case manager.
• Train and guide team members.
• Perform additional tasks within scope.

Skills

Fluent English

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

SAP Payroll

SAP HCM

SAP SuccessFactors

Excel

Job description

Zalaris is a rapidly expanding global leader in Tech HR and payroll solutions.

We’re big enough for you to grow and be a part of an international environment but small enough for you to be visible and truly make a difference.

We foster open communication and short decision-making paths that encourage creative and innovative thinking.

Zalaris’ culture is rooted in values inspired by Nordic working ethos: everyone matters, aiming high and team spirit. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone brings their own uniqueness. Zalaris’ employees come from different backgrounds, cultures, and walks of life, and we are proud of it.

Role Summary

Oversee employee and organizational data, payroll inputs, attendance, absences, contracts, employment documentation, and related archives.
Prepare reports, respond to service requests and inquiries, and resolve complex cross-functional issues as a case manager.
Train and guide team members while supporting continuous process improvement and performing other duties within the role’s scope.

Your Responsibilities

Roles and Responsibilities:

Registration and maintenance of employee data (e.g., new hires, changes, terminations, tax information, pension control)

Maintenance of organizational structure

Absence /attendance registration and handling

Registration of payroll data input (e.g., deductions, benefits, bonuses, new salaries)

Preparation and delivery of reports

Handling service requests through C4C system and inquiries by phone

Producing the contracts and other employment related documentation Maintaining physical and / or electronical archive

To solve problems and be a case manager for complex multi-functional issues.

Train and guide other team members.

Performing any additional tasks, linked to the primary scope of the position.

Your Experience and Skills

Required Qualifications & Experience

6-8years of progressive experience in payroll operations, with significant exposure to multiple EMEA and EU countries.

Hands-on, in-depth experience with SAP Payroll (SAP HCM) and SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central / Employee Central Payroll).

Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills; fluent in English (additional EU languages an advantage).

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and related reporting tools.

What we offer

Ready to become part of our team? Join us at Zalaris and be a part of a vibrant, collaborative community of Tech HR and payroll experts dedicated to grow and innovate. #team Zalaris