Senior Manager- Payroll & Compensation

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About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Manager – Payroll & Compensation to oversee payroll operations and compensation programs across multiple entities and jurisdictions. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring accurate payroll processing, regulatory compliance, compensation management, and continuous process improvement. Key Responsibilities Payroll Management Lead and oversee end-to-end payroll processing across multiple countries and legal entities. Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with internal policies and local regulations. Manage payroll reviews, approvals, reconciliations, and month-end activities. Coordinate with Finance, HR, and external payroll providers where applicable. Compensation & Benefits Administer compensation and benefits programs, including salary reviews, annual increments, bonuses, commissions, and incentive plans. Support the design and maintenance of salary structures and grading frameworks. Conduct compensation benchmarking and market analysis to ensure competitiveness. Provide recommendations on compensation strategies aligned with business objectives. Compliance & Controls Ensure compliance with labor laws, social security regulations, payroll taxation, and statutory requirements across all relevant countries. Maintain strong payroll controls and governance processes. Prepare and review payroll reports, audits, and compliance documentation. Manage payroll-related risks and implement corrective actions where necessary. Reporting & Analytics Prepare payroll, compensation, and headcount reports for senior management. Analyze payroll costs, trends, and variances. Develop dashboards and reporting tools to improve decision-making and workforce planning. Process Improvement Identify opportunities to enhance payroll accuracy, efficiency, and automation. Lead payroll system implementations, upgrades, and process optimization projects. Establish best practices and standard operating procedures across payroll functions. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field. 5+ years of experience in payroll and compensation management. Strong knowledge of payroll processing, compensation & benefits, and payroll controls. Experience managing payroll across multiple countries and legal entities. Good understanding of labor laws, taxation, and regulatory compliance. Strong analytical, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.