HR - Payroll and Appraisal Lead

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HR - Payroll and Appraisal Lead to join our client's team in Chennai.

Job Title: HR – Payroll and Appraisal Lead

Experience Required: 5+ years

Location: Chennai

Department: Human Development Management

Reports To: Head of HR

Job Summary:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced HR – Payroll and Appraisal Lead to oversee the payroll function and performance appraisal processes within the organization. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience managing end-to-end payroll operations and implementing/applying payroll ERP systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely execution of payroll, as well as driving performance management initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

• Manage and execute end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, TDS, gratuity, professional tax, etc.).
• Maintain payroll data, salary structures, and deductions in the ERP/payroll software.
• Reconcile payroll-related accounts and generate reports for Finance.
• Handle employee queries related to salary, deductions, and tax components.
• Collaborate with finance and audit teams during internal and external audits.

Payroll ERP System Management:

• Operate and maintain payroll ERP systems
• Configure payroll modules, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate with vendors if needed.
• Suggest improvements or automation opportunities within the payroll system.

Appraisal & Performance Management:

• Drive and coordinate the annual and mid-year performance appraisal cycles.
• Partner with line managers to ensure timely goal setting, performance reviews, and feedback sessions.
• Analyze appraisal data and support HR in identifying high performers and development areas.
• Support the implementation of competency frameworks and performance calibration sessions.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of experience

  in payroll processing and performance management.
• In-depth knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance related to payroll.

• Experience with payroll ERP systems is a must

  (e.g., Odoo, GreytHR,, Zoho, etc.).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in Payroll Management or related HR systems (nice to have).
• Exposure to appraisal software or performance management tools.
• Experience working in a mid-size to large organization.

Please send your resumes to reachus@surescout.in