About Naviga:

Naviga is the leading provider of software and services powering media-rich industries. Our Content Engagement Platform (CEP) helps companies create, enrich, deliver, and monetize content to manage engagements from end to end. Our solutions are easy to use, scalable and agile. Combining our experience in media with a dedication to digital, we've developed software solutions that help any content-driven business meet the demands of the future of information.

With headquarters in Bloomington, MN, and regional offices throughout the world, Naviga is a trusted partner serving over 3,200 news media, broadcast, magazine, financial services, and corporate clients in 45 countries

Job Description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Manager-Payroll to join our dynamic Accounts & Finance team. The Manager-Payroll will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely processing of payroll and benefits for our employees. This role requires a high level of confidentiality and a strong understanding of payroll regulations in India.



Responsibilities:

• Process monthly payroll and benefits for employees using payroll software (ADP and Sodexo/Pluxee) or transition to new software/vendor as per org. requirements.
• Calculate wages, deductions, overtime, Full and final settlements, Gratuity calculations, leave encashment etc., ensuring compliance with Indian labor laws and company policies.
• Verify attendance, sick leave, and other relevant data prior to processing payroll.
• Generate and distribute accurate payroll reports to management.
• Monthly Reconciliation of payroll reports from ADP paysheet to maintain accuracy.
• TDS reconciliations for Salary and Form 16 generation through ADP.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately.
• Managing performance linked payouts - performance linked bonus/ equity/ variable pay.
• Recommend changes in compensation breakup or benefits as per market trends or government regulations.
• Work with HR and compliance vendor for labor compliance requirements - registration, notification to various government authorities.

• Provident Fund (PF) Management: PF deductions, ensuring timely deposit of employer's PF contribution along with employee contributions to the EPFO, filing monthly PF returns (Form 5 and Form 10) and annual returns (Form 3A and Form 6A) with the EPFO, facilitating PF withdrawals and transfers based on requests.

• Ensuring timely preparation and submission of income tax, GST, PF and ESI challans.

• Prepare and file necessary payroll taxes and other statutory deductions as per Indian laws.
• Participate in payroll audits and resolve any discrepancies or issues.

Qualifications :

• MBA/M.Com or similar master degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources etc.
• 8- 15 years of proven work experience as a Payroll Specialist or in a similar role, with at least relevant 7 years of experience in handling payroll for 200 employee size of company.
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws, tax regulations, and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in payroll software and MS Office, especially Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in processing payroll transactions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and address employee inquiries.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Payroll (e.g., Certified Payroll Professional - CPP) or related field is a plus.
• Experience with ADP and Sodexo/Pluxee is highly desirable.

DESIRED BEHAVIORS*

• Technically proficient - knows role and has a solid familiarity with tasks and responsibilities.

• A bias to action - a willingness to “jump right in” with an emphasis on producing results.

• Highly collaborative - an affinity for solving complex problems through dialog with team members.

• Curiosity - always seeking the “why’s” and “how’s” in the interest of continuous learning and the mastery of a craft.

• Innovation - the courage to challenge prevailing assumptions and suggest better ways of doing things to achieve business value.

• Comfortable with ambiguity - can begin to explore and solve complex problems even when the problem and solution are not always well defined.

• Display ethical character and competence - acts with integrity and intent, is accountable for own actions, behaves per the values. Act as a good citizen of Naviga