Job Title:  Enabling Areas - F&A - Assistant Manager - Payroll - Mumbai

Assistant Manager - Enabling Areas - Payroll - Finance & Accounts

Location - Mumbai

The Team

Deloitte India Finance Team who thrives in the details, a financial craftsman who rolls up their sleeves and digs into the data. 

Your Work Profile

Payroll Processing & Compliance:

• Execute end-to-end payroll processing, including full & final settlements for assigned Business Units, ensuring timely and accurate salary disbursement.
• Review payroll inputs, adjustments, and accruals for accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with local statutory requirements (PF, ESI, TDS, PT, etc.) and internal policies.
• Liaise with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance) and external vendors for payroll data reconciliation and issue resolution.

Data Accuracy & Controls:

• Perform regular audits and validations of payroll data to maintain integrity and accuracy.
• Flag potentially fraudulent inputs or anomalies in payroll input data received from HR / Business
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee queries with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Maintain proper documentation and records for audit readiness.

Reporting & MIS:

• Prepare and deliver detailed payroll reports and dashboards, highlighting key metrics and trends.
• Support month-end payroll reporting, providing data for financial reconciliation and forecasting.
• Assist in the preparation and submission of statutory filings and returns within deadlines.

Process Improvement & Automation:

• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance automation.
• Work closely with technology teams to implement payroll system enhancements.
• Suggest improvements to reduce errors and increase efficiency.

Collaboration & Coordination:

• Partner actively with HR, Finance, and global teams to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal teams to handle escalations and process changes.
• Support audit activities related to payroll and compliance.

Learning opportunity:

·      Support stat accounts/ financial statement preparation for which training will be provided.

Key Skills Required

• Graduate or MBA in Finance/HR/Business Administration preferred (Payroll certifications will be an added advantage)
• 5+ years of experience in payroll processing within a large, service-based or professional services organization.
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll statutory compliances and regulations.
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems, with preference to SAP Payroll.
• Advanced Excel skills and ability to create accurate reports.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to interact with HR Director and respond to senior leadership queries
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Hands-On Payroll Processing Expertise
•  Full & Final Settlement
• Statutory Compliance Knowledge
• Data Accuracy & Control Focus
• Advanced Excel & Reporting Skills
• Collaborative & Proactive Communication
• Process Improvement Mindset