Lead Payroll Specialist

Job description

The Payroll Project Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end payroll transformation, transition, and optimization programs across geographies. This role ensures compliant, accurate, and scalable payroll delivery while bridging HR, Finance, IT, and payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead payroll transformation, transition, and migration programs. Manage full project lifecycle from planning to stabilization. Ensure payroll compliance including statutory and tax regulations. Drive stakeholder engagement across HR, Finance, and IT. Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and reporting dashboards. Identify automation and process improvement opportunities. Key Deliverables Payroll transformation roadmap Transition and migration plans Payroll SOPs and runbooks Risk and compliance dashboards SLA/KPI reporting

Required Skills & Experience

8–12+ years in payroll operations and project management

• Strong knowledge of multi-country payroll and compliance Experience with SAP, Workday, or Oracle payroll systems
• Proven experience in managing payroll transformation programs

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong ownership and accountability Analytical mindset and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management Success Measures (KPIs) Payroll accuracy and on-time delivery Reduction in manual interventions Compliance adherence and audit success Stakeholder satisfaction

Qualifications

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS MANAGEMENT