Job Description

Senior Payroll Manager

Job highlights
MBA in HR with 12-15 years of payroll management experience, including 5 years in leadership for large employee bases

Manage end-to-end payroll for 11,000+ employees, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and lead payroll audits
Job match score

Early Applicant

Key Skills

Location

Work Experience

10 – 18 Years

1 Vacancy

Not disclosed

Mumbai (All Areas)(Dadar West, Parel, Prabhadevi)
Must have key skills
process,payroll
Other key skills
calculation,Manpower,reports,arrears,bonus,gratuity,salary,increments,leave,darwin,VLOOKUP,appraisal,LWF,Wages,audits,Settlements,TDS,ESIC,spine,establishment,tax,HLOOKUP,excel,Overtime,CTC,MIS,compliance,PF,shops,statutory,monthly,region,attendance,Salary Preparation
Job description
What you’ll do
Job Title: Senior/Chief Manager Payroll
Location: Mumbai – Head Office
Department: HR
Reports To: Head HR

Role Overview
This person will be responsible for managing the end-to-end payroll function for PAN India operations at Zenplus and subsidiary companies covering a workforce of 11,000+ employees. This role requires expertise in payroll management, statutory compliance, employee taxation, and team leadership. The incumbent will ensure timely and accurate salary disbursement, adherence to regulatory requirements, and smooth payroll operations across all locations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage the payroll department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of salaries for 11,000+ employees across PAN India.
Oversee the complete payroll cycle, including data validation, processing, reconciliation and disbursement.
Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements such as TDS, PF, ESI, PT, LWF, Bonus, Gratuity, Shops & Establishment Act, etc.
Handle payroll-related audits and coordinate with statutory auditors, internal auditors, and external stakeholders.
Manage and monitor monthly and annual payroll activities, including full & final settlements, arrears, increments, and variable pay.
Oversee payroll taxation including TDS deductions, investment declarations, Form 16, Form 24Q filing, and year-end tax reconciliations.
Implement and manage payroll software/tools for automation, accuracy, and efficiency.
Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and employee information.
Provide payroll MIS and analytics to management for decision-making.
Liaise with Finance, HR, and statutory bodies for compliance and reporting requirements.
Drive continuous improvement in payroll processes and ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory changes.
Lead, mentor, and develop the payroll team for improved performance and efficiency.

Key Skills & Competencies

In-depth knowledge of Payroll, TDS, and Indian statutory compliances (PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, Shops & Establishment Act, etc.).
Experience in managing payroll for large employee strength across multiple states.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Excellent leadership, team management, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to handle payroll audits and compliance inspections.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications & Experience

MBA in HR/ equivalent professional qualification preferred.
12 – 15 years of experience in payroll management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role handling 11,000+ employees.
Proven track record of managing payroll for a PAN India organization.
Proficient in Excel
Industry type
Medical Services / Hospital (Diagnostics)
Department
Finance & Accounting
Role
Payroll Manager
Role category
Payroll & Transactions
Employment type
Full Time, Permanent
Education
Any Graduate

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About company
Zenplus Private Limited (ZPL), is a pioneer in the Emergency Medical Response Services and Patient Transport Services in India since 2005. The founders realised that the difference in EMS service in India and US was the availability and accessibility of standardized emergency medical services providers. Zenplus recognised the need of organised and professional ambulance providers in the country, and thus began the journey to create the best emergency response service in India that would be on par with 911 in the U.S. and 999 in the U.K.

Zenplus’s vision is to assist in saving human lives by providing a leading network of fully equipped Advanced and Basic Life Support Ambulances across the developing world.

Our vision is reflected in our commitment to meet International standards of quality in Emergency Medical Services and be accessible to everyone regardless of their income bracket.

Website
https://www.zenplus.in
Headquarters
23, SUNSHINE TOWER, Senapati Bapat Marg, Dadar West, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India