EMEA Assistant Payroll Manager

Summary

The Assistant Payroll Manager will provide subject matter expertise and
operational leadership for EMEA payroll processing and administration. This
India-based role will serve as the primary escalation point for the Chennai
payroll team, ensuring accurate and timely processing of multi-country payrolls
across 18+ European countries while maintaining compliance with local
legislation and internal controls.

Reporting Structure

Reports to: EMEA Payroll Manager

Location: Chennai, India

Team Coverage: Bank holiday coverage on a rotational basis with other team
members

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Act as first point of escalation for the EMEA payroll team, providing
guidance and resolution for complex payroll queries and issues

* Oversee and ensure timely, accurate processing of payrolls across multiple
EMEA countries in compliance with local legislation and company policies

* Manage relationships with third-party vendors and payroll providers including
Deel and local payroll providers across EMEA

* Support audit and compliance activities, including preparation of
documentation, controls evidence, and coordination with auditors, tax
agencies and payroll providers for sign off from EMEA Payroll Manager

* Drive process improvement initiatives across the payroll function,
identifying automation opportunities and implementing best practices

* Support the development, execution, and monitoring of internal controls and
payroll governance frameworks

* Provide coaching, guidance, and professional development support to team
members on payroll processes, procedures, and country-specific requirements

* Ensure confidential data storage, data integrity, and compliance with data
protection regulations across all payroll systems

* Review and approve payroll data before processing to ensure accuracy and
completeness

* Deputise for operational payroll delivery in the absence of the EMEA Payroll
Manager

* Maintain detailed documentation of processes, procedures, and compliance
requirements across all EMEA countries

* Foster teamwork and collaboration within the global HR & Payroll teams,
maintaining professional relationships across time zones

* Provide coverage during Indian public holidays as part of a rotational
schedule to ensure continuous service delivery

Essential Requirements

* Demonstrable expertise in payroll function, processes, and understanding of
complexities across multiple jurisdictions
* Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including complex formulas, pivot tables,
data analysis, and reporting (essential core competency)
* Knowledge and practical experience of multi-country payroll processing,
particularly European markets
* Strong third-party vendor management experience with ability to build and
maintain professional relationships
* Experience in audit and compliance activities, including working with
external auditors and regulatory authorities
* Proven process improvement mindset with demonstrated ability to identify and
implement operational efficiencies
* Strong analytical and data reporting skills with attention to detail and
accuracy
* Leadership skills with ability to provide guidance and professional support
to team members
* Excellent communication skills with ability to manage multiple stakeholders
across different time zones
* Continuous improvement mindset with professional manner and flexible, can-do
attitude

Desirable Requirements 

* Working knowledge of Oracle HCM Cloud or similar enterprise payroll systems

* Experience with automation tools and process digitalisation initiatives

* Proven ability to research and understand payroll tax requirements across
multiple jurisdictions 

* Familiarity with payroll resources and best practices

* Experience working in a multi-organisational, matrixed environment

* Understanding of organisational dynamics and change management

* Experience supporting payroll system implementations and provider
transitions 

Additional Information

This role requires flexibility to provide coverage during Indian public holidays
on a rotational basis to ensure continuous service delivery across EMEA time
zones.

This job description outlines the main duties and responsibilities of the
designated role, but other duties may be assigned from time to time as business
requirements evolve.

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