Gartner

Sr Payroll Specialist - India Payroll

In short

Senior Payroll Specialist role at Gartner supporting payroll operations for non-US entities, with a focus on India, working closely with a managed service payroll provider. Based in Gurgaon in a hybrid work format, the role involves coordinating payroll processing, resolving payroll queries, collaborating with HR on Workday, and analyzing payroll reports. Requires a minimum of 3 years of payroll experience, preferably with ADP and Workday knowledge, plus strong Excel skills and attention to detail.

About this role:
This position operates in a fast-paced environment and is responsible for supporting payroll operations for non-US entities, working closely with our managed service payroll provider to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing.
What you'll do
•Coordinate, review, and approve monthly and/or semi-monthly payrolls for non-US entities (Focusing for India), ensuring compliance with local regulations and company policies.
•Prepare and review off-cycle and manual payments as required, ensuring all calculations and system entries are correct.
•Process all special payment requests such as commissions, bonuses, severance, and overtime in accordance with local requirements.
•Analyze processes to drive efficiencies and best practices.
•Resolve payroll-related queries and issues, including those related to earnings, deductions, and statutory withholdings.
•Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate and timely updates of employee data and benefits in the Workday HR system.
•Review payroll system audits and work with the payroll provider to address any discrepancies or issues.
•Prepare and analyze payroll reports and metrics for management as requested.
•Partner with the team leads on all project management initiatives.
What you'll need:
•Accounting or Finance degree preferred.
•Minimum of 3 years prior payroll experience preferably in a corporate environment.
•ADP and Workday knowledge preferred.
•Experience managing payroll across multiple countries or regions is a plus.
•Proven ability to work cross functionally within a team.
•Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive personnel data with discretion.
•Strong analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
•Effective influencing and listening skills.
•Strong initiative and drive.
•Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and meet tight deadlines.
•Demonstrated ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively.
•Adaptable and proactive in responding to changing business needs.
•Maintain and update payroll process documentation and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Who you are:
•Motivated, high-potential performer, with demonstrated ability to influence and lead.
•Customer-focused mindset, with a commitment to delivering a positive employee experience.
•Strong communicator with excellent interpersonal skills.
•Able to solve complex problems and successfully manage ambiguity and unexpected change.
•Open to feedback and committed to continuous improvement.
•Consistently high achiever, marked by perseverance, humility, and a positive outlook in the face of challenges.
Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE:IT), we guide the leaders who shape the world. Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities. Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories.
What do we offer?
Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers. In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive — working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community.

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