HCM Consultant - Payroll

1. Payroll Configuration & Implementation

- Lead or support payroll module configuration on the Darwinbox platform, including salary structures, tax rules, reimbursements, loans, bonuses, statutory deductions, and payroll calendars.

- Translate client payroll policies into system logic and validate against Darwinbox's capabilities and best practices.

- Ensure proper mapping of payroll inputs and outputs, including integrations with attendance, leave, and finance modules.

2. Client Engagement & Advisory

- Collaborate with client stakeholders (HR, Finance, Compliance) to capture payroll needs, validate statutory requirements, and align system configuration accordingly.

- Provide advisory support on streamlining payroll processes, ensuring efficiency and statutory compliance.

- Facilitate workshops, user training sessions, and stakeholder sign-offs.

3. Data Validation & Parallel Runs

- Manage end-to-end payroll data migration activities including employee compensation, historical payroll, and compliance data.

- Conduct rigorous validation through parallel payroll runs, identify discrepancies, and ensure root cause resolution.

- Own the final sign-off from clients before go-live.

4. Compliance & Audit Alignment

- Ensure all payroll configurations are aligned with country-specific statutory regulations (EPF, ESI, PT, LWF, TDS, etc.).

- Support audit and compliance documentation during and post go-live, including integration with Form 16, returns filing, and payroll registers.

5. Integration & Reporting

- Support payroll-related integrations with finance (ERP), banking (salary disbursement), and statutory reporting tools.

- Design and validate customized reports and dashboards required by client payroll and finance teams.

6. Post Go-live Support

- Provide hypercare support post-implementation to resolve queries and stabilize payroll operations.

- Coordinate with Darwinbox support teams to raise and track resolution of issues beyond configuration scope.

Key Skills & Experience

- 6-10 years of experience in payroll consulting or operations; experience with Darwinbox is mandatory.

- Strong understanding of Indian payroll laws; exposure to other geographies (MENA, SEA) is a plus.

- Hands-on experience in payroll configuration and implementation lifecycle.

- Excellent problem-solving and client communication skills.

- Familiarity with payroll integrations to ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Tally) and statutory e-filing platforms.