Summary

The Payroll, Benefits, & Compliance professional APAC ensures our payroll expenses and taxes are paid correctly and on time for our Center of Excellence (CoE). This position requires experience in payroll administration with deep knowledge of payroll and compliance regulations. The Payroll, Benefits, & Compliance Administrator APAC also researches employee motives, implements appealing rewards, and tailors benefit programs based on employee needs.

Roles & Responsibilities

- Oversees and directs end-to-end payroll procedures including Provident Fund (PF)/Employees State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)/Professional Tax (PT) contributions in respective portals.

- Ensures compliance with internal policies, applicable India laws and payroll tax obligations.

- Ensures that all payroll activities comply with statutory requirements, including minimum wage laws and other labor regulations.

- Reviews and updates payroll processes regularly to improve efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.

- Implements systems to handle various payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes, and third-party payments.

- Integrates timekeeping systems with payroll processing to ensure accurate recording and calculation of employee hours worked.

- Collaborates with relevant departments to resolve any discrepancies between timekeeping and payroll data.

- Manages updates to payroll systems and processes to accommodate changes such as new hires, terminations, raises, and benefits modifications.

- Leads the implementation and communication of organization-wide benefits plans and programs, ensuring employees understand their benefits and options.

- Recommends and implements approved perks and benefits programs to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

- Represents the company in negotiations with insurance vendors and brokers to secure favorable terms and pricing for employee benefits.

- Recommends and executes perks in line with industry practices and employee requests to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

- Manages monthly billings from insurance providers and other vendors, including reviewing billings for accuracy, codes, and advance for payment.

- Significantly contributes to the design, configuration, and communication activities related to ongoing and annual benefit enrollment process.

- Liaises with auditors and manages payroll tax audits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and promptly addressing any issues raised during audit.

- Collaborates with Human Resources (HR) and Finance teams to align payroll processes.

- Maintains accurate records and prepares reports and dashboards; compiles post payroll accounting transactions and reporting.

- Researches and resolves issues regarding payroll discrepancies and processing.

- Responds to payroll-related employee queries to addresses concerns and resolve issues in a timely manner.

- May perform other duties as assigned by management.

Skills And Knowledge.

- Extensive knowledge of payroll and benefits programs and related taxation; ability to research new tax requirements and implement within systems.

- Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws.

- Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes.

- Familiarity with various payroll software/ Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) and Microsoft Office (especially Excel).

- A keen eye for detail.

- An analytical mind and good numeric skills.

- Organizational and critical thinking skills.

- Commitment to professionalism, communicability, quality, efficiency, and process improvement.

- Good communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Self-motivated, pro-active, and hands-on.

- Strong interpersonal skills in leading and working with employees.

Job Requirements.

- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management and 2-5 years related experience in similar roles.

- Proven Experience In Payroll, Compliance, And Benefits Management.