Payroll Accounting Manager

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Payroll Accounting Manager to lead the payroll accounting team and ensure accurate payroll-related financial reporting, GL reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls and statutory requirements. This role involves team management, strategic oversight, and month close coordination with cross-functional departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the payroll accounting team, ensuring high-quality deliverables and timely closures.
• Review and approve payroll-related journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations.
• Oversee monthly balance sheet review and analysis for payroll-related accounts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies related to payroll accounting.
• Partner with Payroll Admin., HR, and Finance teams to ensure accurate data flow and issue resolution.
• Coordinate and support internal and external audits by providing required documentation.
• Drive process improvements and automation in payroll accounting activities.
• Monitor changes in statutory requirements and ensure alignment in accounting treatment.
• Prepare and present reports to senior leadership on payroll accounting metrics.
• Mentor and develop team members, fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Inter CA/CMA/Master's degree in Accounting.
• 7 to 10+ years of experience in payroll accounting, including 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP/IFRS, payroll accounting practices, and statutory compliance.
• Proficient in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
• Experience with payroll systems and automated reconciliation tools.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage deadlines.
• High attention to detail with a focus on process improvement and control environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.