Assistant Payroll Manager at Kearney

Gurugram, haryana, India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Payroll processing, ANZ payroll, APAC payroll, Compliance, ADP, SAP, Workday, Stakeholder management, Analytical skills, Problem-solving, Excel, Payroll reporting, Audit support, Process improvement, Vendor management

Industry

Business Consulting and Services

Description

Assistant Payroll Manager Role Summary The Assistant Payroll Manager will own accurate, compliant, and scalable payroll delivery, starting with ANZ and expanding to APAC oversight. This role is critical to ensuring operational excellence, strengthening controls, and enabling a consistent payroll experience across geographies within Kearney. Key Responsibilities 1. Payroll Operations (ANZ Focus – Initial Phase) Ø Manage end-to-end payroll processing for ANZ entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local regulations. Ø Validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, bonuses, and statutory deductions. Ø Ensure compliance with local tax, superannuation, and labor laws. Ø Coordinate with external payroll vendors and internal HR/Finance teams. Ø Resolve payroll discrepancies, employee queries, and audit findings. 2. APAC Payroll Oversight Ø Transition into oversight role for multiple APAC countries’ payroll operations. Ø Standardize payroll processes across geographies while respecting local compliance requirements. Ø Monitor SLAs, KPIs, and vendor performance across the region. Ø Support regional payroll transformation initiatives, including automation and system enhancements. 3. Compliance & Controls Ø Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and company policies. Ø Maintain payroll documentation, audit trails, and statutory filings. Ø Partner with internal and external auditors during payroll audits. Ø Identify and mitigate payroll risks proactively. 4. Stakeholder Management Ø Act as a key point of contact for HR, Finance, and employees on payroll matters. Ø Collaborate with global payroll teams to ensure alignment with organizational standards. Ø Provide insights and reporting to leadership on payroll metrics and trends. 5. Process Improvement & Transformation Ø Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll efficiency and accuracy. Ø Support implementation of payroll systems, tools, and automation initiatives. Ø Document and standardize payroll processes and SOPs. Qualifications & Experience Ø Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field (Master’s preferred). Ø 7–10 years of payroll experience, with strong exposure to ANZ payroll. Ø Experience managing multi-country payroll (APAC preferred). Ø Deep expertise in payroll systems (ADP required); SAP or Workday experience adds strong advantage. Ø Understanding statutory compliance across ANZ and APAC regions. Ø Experience working with payroll vendors and outsourced models. Skills & Competencies Ø High attention to detail and accuracy. Ø Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ø Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ø Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Ø Proficiency in Excel and payroll reporting tools. Ø Strong ownership mindset and accountability. Top of Form

Responsibilities

The Assistant Payroll Manager will oversee end-to-end payroll operations for ANZ and APAC regions, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. They will also drive process improvements, manage vendor relationships, and provide reporting to leadership.