Nexdigm - Assistant Manager - Global Compliance & Payroll

Payroll Operations & Compliance:

• Review and validate payroll processing activities to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with internal policies and legal requirements.
• Analyze and reconcile payroll reports such as CTC Reconciliation, Variance Analysis, and ensure alignment with financial records.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of applicable payroll legislation and regulations including PF, ESI, Gratuity, Income Tax, etc.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll execution in line with service level agreements and compliance standards.

Team Leadership & Management:

• Lead and mentor a team of payroll professionals, managing work planning, task allocation, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Motivate and guide the team to maintain high morale, productivity, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Oversee routine activities and provide guidance on complex payroll scenarios.
• Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment.

Client Engagement & Communication:

• Independently manage communication with domestic and international clients on payroll matters.
• Address client queries, clarify deliverables, and ensure service quality and satisfaction.
• Understand client-specific requirements and customize payroll processes accordingly.

Process Optimization & Reporting:

• Identify opportunities for improving payroll processes, controls, and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Develop, monitor, and report on key payroll metrics to track process health and compliance (e.g., error rates, processing timelines, audit results).
• Create and maintain detailed documentation of payroll procedures, workflows, and compliance checklists.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Proven expertise in end-to-end payroll processing and compliance management.
• Strong analytical and Excel skills for generating payroll reports and reconciliations (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, data validations, etc.).
• Proficient in MS Office, especially Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong team leadership and people management capabilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple deliverables, and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong understanding of payroll regulations, taxation, and statutory obligations in India (exposure to international payroll is a plus).
• Experience with client communication, escalations, and expectation management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Commerce, Finance, HR, or a related field.
• Certification in Payroll Management or related compliance programs is a plus.
• Experience in shared services, outsourcing, or global payroll is desirable.