Job Title: Finance Integration SME - Payroll
Location: Mumbai or Navi Mumbai
Department: Finance/Payroll
Reports to: Payroll Manager
Job Summary:
The Finance Integration SME - Payroll is responsible for managing and overseeing payroll-related projects, ensuring timely and accurate execution of payroll initiatives, and driving continuous improvements in payroll operations and accounting processes. This role requires strong project management skills, a solid understanding of payroll and accounting principles, and the ability to collaborate across multiple departments
- Project Management:
- Lead payroll-related projects, such as system implementations, process improvements, policy updates, and compliance initiatives.
- Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines, while managing project risks and resources.
- Collaborate with stakeholders across HR, Finance, IT, and external vendors to ensure smooth project execution.
- Track project progress and provide regular updates to senior management and key stakeholders.
- Identify and resolve issues that may impact the successful delivery of payroll projects.
- Payroll Operations Oversight:
- Analyse and review payroll processes and systems to identify inefficiencies and areas for improvement.
- Systems Implementation & Integration:
- Lead the implementation of new payroll systems or the integration of payroll functionality with existing ERP systems (e.g., Workday, SAP).
- Oversee data migration, testing, and system configuration, ensuring alignment with accounting and financial reporting requirements.
- Train teams on new systems and processes, providing guidance on best practices for payroll management and accounting.
- Ensure payroll processes and systems comply with SOX requirements and maintain up-to-date documentation of internal controls.
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Act as a liaison between payroll, HR, IT, and finance departments to ensure cohesive communication and alignment on payroll-related matters.
- Work with internal teams to design payroll workflows that meet business requirements and minimize risk.
- Continuous Improvement & Strategy:
- Develop strategies for payroll process optimization, focusing on automation, accuracy, and efficiency.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline payroll and payroll accounting procedures.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends, technologies, and best practices, recommending improvements to management.
Qualifications:
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Human Resources, or a related field.
- Experience:
- 5+ years of experience in payroll, payroll accounting, or finance, with at least 2-3 years in a project management role.
- Experience leading large payroll projects, such as system implementations, process reengineering, or compliance projects.
- Familiarity with payroll and accounting software (e.g., Workday, Oracle, SAP,Netsuite) and project management tools.
- Skills:
- Strong project management and leadership skills.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and departments.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
Additional Requirements:
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong understanding of payroll compliance, and SOX controls.
- Ability to work with cross-functional teams and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Fixed term contractual role
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