HR Payroll Specialist

Job Description Payroll Specialist (GSC India) Reporting to: Payroll Lead / Global Payroll Operations Location: India (GSC) The Senior Payroll Specialist owns payroll delivery for assigned countries, acting as the primary interface between Vertiv and external payroll vendors. This role carries payroll sign‑off responsibility , ensures statutory compliance, manages escalations, and supports audit and SOX requirements. Key Responsibilities Own end‑to‑end payroll delivery for assigned EMEA and AsiaPac countries Act as the primary governance contact for payroll vendors, ensuring SLA adherence and issue resolution Perform detailed review and final validation of payroll outputs, including: Gross‑to‑net calculations Statutory taxes, social security, and benefits Country‑specific compliance items Provide payroll sign‑off approval prior to payment and posting Manage complex payroll changes and escalations beyond analyst level Serve as RSC lead for Asia countries, coordinating execution, issue resolution, and country‑specific requirements Lead payroll reconciliations with Finance and support GL posting reviews Support SOX controls, internal audits, and external audits, ensuring complete documentation and evidence Coach and review work performed by Payroll Analysts Drive process improvements, vendor performance reviews, and standardisation initiatives Support payroll transitions, vendor changes, and system implementations Key Requirements 5–8 years of experience in multi‑country payroll (EMEA and/or AsiaPac) Strong working knowledge of labour law, statutory compliance, and payroll controls Experience working with outsourced payroll vendors (ADP, SD Worx, or equivalent) Proven ability to manage vendor performance and country responsibilities independently Strong stakeholder management and escalation handling skills Skills & Tools Advanced payroll systems and vendor platforms HRIS / HCM systems (Oracle HCM preferred) Advanced MS Excel (reconciliations, variance analysis) Strong understanding of payroll controls, SOX, and audit requirements Languages English – Mandatory One or more regional languages – Strongly preferred (depending on country portfolio) About The Team Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. Equal Opportunity Employer We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability.