Lead - US Payroll & Benefits - Enterprise Tech

About our client:

Our client is a well-established global organization operating in the B2B technology space, supporting enterprise customers across multiple geographies. It combines scale with disciplined execution, offering a stable yet evolving work environment.

Location: Hyderabad (Hybrid)

Key Responsibilities:

- Own end-to-end US payroll processing, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant delivery with additional exposure to UK & India markets

- Manage payroll inputs including hires, exits, variable pay, tax adjustments, benefits deductions, and multi-state requirements

- Administer and coordinate US benefits programs (health insurance, 401(k), leave programs), partnering with external vendors and brokers

- Ensure compliance with US wage & hour laws, taxation, reporting requirements, and support audits and year-end activities (W-2s, filings)

- Act as the primary point of contact for employee payroll and benefits queries, driving process efficiency and operational excellence

Ideal Candidate:

- MBA with ~5-10 years of hands on experience in US payroll and benefits

- Strong understanding of multi-state US payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory requirements

- Experience managing US benefits administration including healthcare and retirement plans

- Familiarity with payroll systems such as ADP, Workday, or similar platforms

- Detail-oriented, analytical, and capable of independently managing payroll cycles