Job title : Payroll Lead

Job Description :

We are looking for an experienced Payroll Lead with 10–12 years of experience in payroll operations, particularly for the ANZ region. The candidate should have strong knowledge of Oracle HCM, Workday, SAP, MYOB, and timekeeping tools, with Oracle HCM knowledge being mandatory.

The role involves managing end-to-end payroll activities, including pre-payroll, payroll processing, post-payroll activities, payroll reporting, compliance, client escalations, team management, process transitions, due diligence, knowledge transfer, and continuous improvement. The candidate will also be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing while maintaining strong client relationships.

Experience : 10–12 Years

Location : Kolkata, West Bengal

Required Skills : 

1. Oracle HCM & Payroll Processing

2. ANZ Payroll & HRO Operations

3. Payroll Compliance, Tax & Superannuation

4. Payroll Reporting & SLA Management

5. Team Management, Client Communication & Process Transition

Key Responsibilities : 

• Manage end-to-end payroll activities including pre-payroll, payroll processing, and post-payroll activities.

• Handle payroll escalations and implement immediate corrective and preventive actions.

• Perform complex payroll calculations including Gross-to-Net, OTP, termination payments, arrears, retro pay, and tax adjustments.

• Manage payroll reporting and governance for weekly, bi-weekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll cycles.

• Ensure accurate payslips and timely final pay runs without overpayments or underpayments.

• Support payroll payments, forecasts, tax returns, government regulatory reports, and payroll management reports.

• Ensure compliance with payroll financial and legal requirements.

• Support SOX audits and provide required information to auditors.

• Lead Due Diligence (DD), Knowledge Transfer (KT), and project ramp-up activities.

• Identify process risks and prepare FMEA documentation where required.

• Lead, develop, upskill, and cross-utilize payroll team members.

• Monitor team productivity, targets, and achievements.

• Collaborate with business support teams to meet organizational objectives.

• Conduct system and database audits as per company standards.

• Collaborate with onshore clients through direct and telephonic communication.

• Lead training sessions, presentations, and client meetings.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives and maintain strong client relationships.

Qualifications : 

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in any discipline.

• 10–12 years of experience in payroll operations, preferably supporting the ANZ region.

• Strong knowledge of Oracle HCM is mandatory.

• Working knowledge of Workday, SAP, MYOB, and timekeeping tools.

• Strong understanding of tax legislation, superannuation, and year-end payroll validations.

• Experience with Hire-to-Retire HR transactions, EDM, HR administration, payroll processing, and accounting.

• Experience in process transition, Due Diligence, Knowledge Transfer, and project ramp-up.

• Experience working on SOX audits.

• Strong email and voice communication skills.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and resolution skills.

• Strong managerial and leadership skills.

• Ability to multitask, maintain confidentiality, and work independently.

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

• Willingness to work 24×7 shift timings, including ANZ and US shifts.

• Work from office; remote working is not available.

Important Points : 

• Ex TCS Employees can't apply.

• PAN and DOB are required for profile creation.