Senior Payroll & Automation Specialist

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Company Description We are SGS – the world’s leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. Our 93,000 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Job Description We are looking for a Senior Payroll & Automation Specialist with extensive experience in payroll operations and a strong analytical and transformation mindset . This role requires someone who can go beyond transactional payroll and drive insights, automation, and process excellence, particularly in a multi-country payroll environment. Payroll Operations & Compliance Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including validation, reconciliation, and reporting Ensure accuracy of payroll inputs (new hires, exits, variable pay, bonuses, deductions) Oversee full & final settlements, statutory reporting, and audit readiness Analytics & Business Insight Perform payroll variance analysis, identifying trends and anomalies in fixed vs. variable pay Handle a hybrid payroll environment combining automated systems and manual interventions, ensuring accuracy, validation controls, and proper reconciliation across all components Partner to support cost analysis, budgeting, and forecasting Use data to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements Process Improvement & Automation Identify opportunities to automate payroll processes and reduce manual dependency Drive continuous improvement initiatives across payroll operations Enhance payroll workflows using HRMS / SAP / reporting tools Stakeholder & Vendor Management Collaborate with global stakeholders, finance, and HR teams Act as escalation point for complex payroll queries Qualifications 10+ years of experience in payroll operations (preferably multi-country) Accounting background or relevant certification (Finance/Payroll specialization) is an added advantage Strong experience in payroll analysis, reporting, and reconciliation Exposure to complex compensation structures Hands-on with payroll systems / HRMS / SAP and Advanced Excel Proven experience in process optimization / transformation initiatives Strong understanding of statutory compliance and audits Strong orientation toward automation and analytics Additional Information Why Join Us Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment Strong learning and growth opportunities