Consultant- SME(TMF Payroll)

Acuity Knowledge Partners

Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 650 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide. The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Acuity was established as a separate business from Moody's Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder. For more information, visit

Department-IT
Position Title- Consultant( SME)
Contract Tenure- 6months(extendable to 12months)
Location - Gurgaon
Experience- 8-12+yrs
Role Overview
We are seeking a seasoned and passionate Global Payroll SME to lead and support the migration of our multi-country payroll operations to TMF Payroll. This role will be pivotal in ensuring seamless implementation, compliance, and operational excellence across multiple countries. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in global payroll regulations, TMF Payroll systems, and digital platforms such as TMF Horizon.

Key Responsibilities
Payroll Operations & Compliance

• Oversee payroll operations across 17 countries, including but not limited to India, China, the United States, Germany, Switzerland, Australia, Costa Rica, the United Kingdom, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, Canada, Singapore, Bulgaria, Malta, Spain, Portugal, and Austria.
• Ensure accurate payroll processing, including tax calculations, Electronic Tax Deducted at Source (ETDS), Form 16, Provident Fund (PF), Tax Deducted at Source (TDS), Employees State Insurance (ESI), Professional Tax (PT), LWF – Labor Welfare Fund compliance and global payroll regulations
• Oversee payroll administration for new clients and support onboarding activities.
• Maintain compliance with local labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements. TMF Payroll Implementation & Coordination
• Lead the implementation of TMF Payroll across all regions, ensuring alignment with local and global policies.
• Collaboration with country HR Leads and Implementation & Onboarding teams
• Create and manage implementation schedules, resource plans, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Coordinate between internal teams and TMF to resolve technological or planning challenges.
• Monitor project progress, update stakeholders, and ensure high-quality delivery. Project & Stakeholder Management
• As an SME, you will be the primary point of contact for all payroll implementations roll outs.
• Maintain project documentation, status monitors, and implementation dashboards.
• Conduct quality assurance checks and ensure adherence to project frameworks. Leadership & Strategic Development
• Set departmental goals, KPIs, and strategies for business development.
• Supervise and coach payroll managers and staff across regions.
• Lead regional payroll process improvement initiatives.
• Analyse Acuity's needs and translate them into scalable payroll solution.

Key Competencies:
Qualifications & Experience:

• Master's degree in human resource management, Finance, or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in global payroll, with strong exposure to Indian payroll regulations and multi-country compliance.
• Proven experience with TMF Payroll systems and digital platforms like TMF Horizon Exchange, TMF Horizon View, Horizon Report
• Strong understanding of global employment ordinances and payroll legislation.
• Excellent command of written and spoken English

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