EMEA Senior Payroll Analyst

Role: EMEA Senior Payroll Analyst

Location: Bangalore

Shift: EMEA

Working Model: Hybrid

Introduction

:We're looking for a detail-oriented Sr. Payroll Specialist to enable end-to-end payroll operations across EMEA. You will manage multi-country payroll cycles, ensure statutory compliance, partner with in-country providers (ICPs), and deliver accurate and timely payrolls for a diverse employee population. Experience with ADP Celergo (preferred) and core HRIS/payroll integrations like Oracle HCM is essential. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and brings a strong control mindset with excellent stakeholder management

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Some of the things you'll be doin

g:End-to-End Payroll Processi

• ngPrepare, validate, and process monthly/fortnightly payrolls across multiple APAC & EMEA countrie
• s.Own gross-to-net calculations, off-cycles, retros, and reconciliation
• s.Review pre- and post-payroll reports, audit files, GL postings, and variance analyse

s.Compliance & Contro

• lsEnsure statutory compliance with local country tax, social security, pensions, and benefit-in-kind requirement
• s.Maintain robust controls, documentation, and audit readiness (internal & external
• ).Coordinate year-end activities and complete on time to support employees for filing retur

nsVendor & ICP Manageme

• ntPartner with ADP Celergo (and/or other ICPs) for country-specific processing, SLAs, and issue resolutio
• n.Monitor vendor performance, drive root-cause analysis, and continuous improvement

s.HRIS & Integratio

• nsValidate and reconcile Oracle HCM/inbound/outbound payroll interfaces (new hires, terms, transfers, comp changes

).Employee Support & Case Manageme

• ntManage payroll queries and responding via the helpdesk/case management tool (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice

).Accounting & Finance Partnersh

• ipReconcile payroll accounts, support journal entries, and month-end close (accruals, provisions
• ).Support treasury with funding files, bank payments, net pay, and statutory remittance

s.Operational Excellen

• ceMaintain and enhance SOPs, process maps, and control checklist
• s.Lead/participate in projects: country transitions, M&A integrations, system enhancements, and new market entrie
• s.Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement (quality, timeliness, cost, and employee experience

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What Technical Skills, Experience, and qualifications do you ne

• ed:6–8 years of progressive payroll experience, with multi-country exposure in EM
• EA.Strong command of payroll processing and statutory compliance across APAC and EMEA countri
• es.Hands-on experience working with ADP Celergo, ADP Vantage and ADP Streamline will be added advant
• ageProficient with Oracle HCM payroll integrations and data validati
• on.Experience using a helpdesk/case tool (e.g., ServiceNow) for payroll tickets and SL
• As.Good understanding of GL mapping, payroll accounting, and bank/payment fil
• es.Advanced Excel (lookups, pivots, reconciliations); strong data accuracy and numerical reasoni
• ng.Excellent communication and stakeholder management across time zon
• es.Country-specific expertise (e.g., India, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Japan UAE, Belgium, Switzerland among other countri
• es.Knowledge of benefits in payroll, shadow payroll, and mobility/expat cas
• es.Lean/Six Sigma mindset; continuous improvement track reco
• rd.Bachelor's degree or master's in accounting/finance/HR or related field (or equivalent experienc
• e).Ability to support cross-regional time zones during payroll cycles and critical cut-of

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Core Skills & Competen

• ciesTechnical: payroll calculations, statutory filings/remittances, year-end reporting, GL & reconciliations, interface validati
• ons.Compliance: country payroll laws, social security, pensions/super, tax deadlines, reporting form
• ats.Systems: ADP Celergo (preferred), Oracle HCM, Workday, helpdesk t
• oolsBehavioural: ownership, integrity, attention to detail, problem-solving, discretion with sensitive data, collaborat