Lead Payroll Executive
- India
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Job Title: Lead Payroll Executive (US, UK, Canada)
- Primary skills: Global Payroll Processing
- Secondary skills: Prepare payroll-related financial reports and assist in payroll financial audits
- Location: Hyderabad (Mindspace#12B)
- Educational Qualification: B.Tech/BE/M.Tech/MCA/M.Sc
- Experience: 6-8 yrs
- Manage end-to-end payroll processing and reporting for US, UK, and Canada operations, ensuring adherence to local statutory requirements.
- Support cross-training initiatives for payroll duties globally
- Handle W2/W2 corrections (US), Pension Administration (UK), T4 issuance (Canada), and related filings including ACA 1094/1095-C’s, HMRC tax forms, ROE, and others.
- Maintain accurate state/local tax setups, unemployment reporting, wage garnishments, and benefits billing audits across regions.
- Address employee payroll queries, employment verifications, leave management, and overpayment resolution.
- Assist with workers' compensation audits and reporting (WSIB, WCB, Revenue Canada, Workers Comp).
- Provide operational support for ADP payroll systems and contribute to payroll dashboard maintenance for finance reporting.
- Prepare payroll-related financial reports and assist in payroll financial audits.
- Conduct benefits billing audits and support company-wide payroll audits.
- Generate and maintain payroll dashboards and reports to facilitate finance team decision-making.
- Work closely with the accounts and payroll team to ensure smooth daily operations and timely completion of tasks.
- Assist in training and mentoring junior team members to build payroll and accounting expertise.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and support implementation of best practices.
- Experience in payroll processing and financial reporting within multi-country environments (US, UK, Canada, Global).
- Knowledge of statutory compliance requirements including tax filings, benefits administration, workers’ compensation, and payroll audits.
- Proficiency in payroll systems such as ADP and advanced Excel skills for reporting and dashboard creation.
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Good communication skills to interact with internal teams and external stakeholders.
- Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred; relevant certifications (CPA, CMA, or equivalent) a plus.
- Hands-on approach with a strong focus on accuracy and compliance.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
- Proactive problem-solving skills and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- Commitment to confidentiality and ethical financial practices.