Director Payroll (India & Global)

Job Title: Director Payroll (India & Global)Location: Noida (Hybrid)Department: Finance / HRReports To: VP/Head of Payroll

Role OverviewThe Director - Payroll will lead and manage end-to-end payroll operations across India and global regions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and scalability. This role focuses on operational excellence, process standardization, and driving transformation initiatives while partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders.

Key ResponsibilitiesGlobal Payroll Management• Oversee payroll operations across India and multiple international geographies. • Ensure timely, accurate, and compliant payroll processing for all employee groups. • Manage complex payroll scenarios including bonuses, commissions, stock-based compensation, and cross-border payments. Compliance & Risk Management• Ensure adherence to statutory requirements, tax laws, and labor regulations across all jurisdictions. • Lead payroll audits and maintain strong internal controls. • Mitigate risks by implementing robust governance frameworks and compliance checks. Process Optimization & Transformation• Drive process improvements, automation, and payroll system enhancements. • Standardize global payroll processes while accommodating local requirements. • Lead or support payroll transformation projects (e.g., system migrations, vendor transitions).

Stakeholder Collaboration• Partner with HR, Finance, Legal, and Tax teams to ensure seamless payroll execution. • Act as a key escalation point for payroll issues and provide resolution. • Deliver payroll insights, dashboards, and analytics to leadership. Vendor & Technology Management• Manage relationships with global payroll vendors (e.g., ADP, Ramco, Safeguard, etc.). • Ensure SLAs are met and vendors deliver high-quality services. • Support implementation and optimization of payroll/HRIS systems (Workday, SAP, Oracle, etc.). Team Leadership• Lead and develop regional payroll teams and/or shared services teams. • Drive performance management, capability building, and succession planning. • Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Experience• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, HR, or related field (MBA/CA/CPA preferred). • 10-15+ years of payroll experience with strong exposure to India and global payroll operations. • Proven experience managing multi-country payroll and leading teams. • Deep understanding of payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory requirements.

Key Skills & Competencies• Strong operational leadership and execution skills • Expertise in global payroll compliance and controls • Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills • Experience managing vendors and large-scale payroll systems • Ability to manage ambiguity and complex environments

Preferred Experience• Experience in multinational corporations or shared services environments • Exposure to payroll transformation and automation initiatives • Knowledge of expatriate payroll, equity compensation, and global mobility

Success Metrics• High payroll accuracy and zero compliance breaches • On-time payroll delivery across all geographies • Improved process efficiency and cost optimization • Strong audit outcomes and governance adherence • High employee and stakeholder satisfaction

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