▷ [Immediate Start] Payroll Manager

This role is for one of Weekday s clients Salary range Rs 800000 - Rs 1200000 ie INR 8-12 LPA Min Experience 5 years Location Gurugram Greater Noida JobType full-time Requirements We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager to oversee end-to-end payroll operations and ensure accuracy compliance and efficiency in all payroll-related processes The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills an in-depth understanding of payroll systems and expertise in statutory compliance under Indian labor laws As the Payroll Manager you will be responsible for processing payroll for a large workforce ranging between 700 to 3000 employees ensuring timely disbursement of salaries and adherence to regulatory obligations This role requires a proactive professional who can collaborate with HR finance and compliance teams while maintaining strict confidentiality and precision in every aspect of payroll management Key Responsibilities End-to-End Payroll Management Manage complete payroll processing for 700-3000 employees ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with statutory and company policies Payroll Analysis Reporting Conduct periodic payroll audits and variance analysis to ensure data integrity Generate detailed payroll reports and analytics to support business decisions and financial planning Compliance Statutory Adherence Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory requirements including PF ESI TDS Professional Tax LWF and other labor regulations Stay up-to-date with changes in payroll laws taxation and government notifications Reconciliation Accounting Handle payroll accounting monthly reconciliations and coordination with finance teams for journal entries and payment disbursements Assist in internal and external audits by providing necessary payroll data and documentation Employee Records Management Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records including salary revisions arrears incentives bonuses and deductions Ensure data security and integrity across payroll systems Full Final Settlements Manage end-to-end F F settlements for exiting employees including calculation of dues gratuity leave encashment and statutory compliance Process Improvements Continuously review and optimize payroll processes to enhance efficiency accuracy and employee experience Evaluate automation opportunities to streamline payroll operations Collaboration Coordination Work closely with HR Finance and Compliance teams to ensure smooth payroll execution Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related queries and issue resolution Requirements Education CA or Semi-Qualified CA preferred alternatively a Bachelor s or Master s degree in Commerce Accounting or HR Experience Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in payroll management for large organizations 700-3000 employees Technical Proficiency Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws taxation TDS and labor compliance PF ESI PT LWF Proficiency in payroll software such as GreytHR ADP SAP Oracle HCM or similar platforms Advanced skills in MS Excel for payroll data analysis and reporting Analytical Skills Demonstrated ability to perform payroll variance analysis reconcile data and support financial audits Attention to Detail High degree of numerical accuracy confidentiality and reliability in managing sensitive data Soft Skills Excellent communication stakeholder management and organizational skills Ability to work independently in an individual contributor capacity while meeting strict deadlines