Team Lead

Ready to join the future of work?

Come join a remote and hybrid first*, global company spanning across the Americas, Europe, and Asia for A Job That Works for You. You will become among 2000+ Guardians worldwide, embracing YOUR unique approach to work. 

Our vision of the future of work is “Work In Any Way” which offers flexibility for where you work, it empowers you to define your ideal work environment, unbound by the traditional notions of what work should look like. Most importantly, it puts people first! 🤩

(*some of our roles are completely remote while some roles may require a remote first- hybrid workstyle, where you may be required to be in office once or twice a week – we are happy to clear this up on our initial call with you )

How you will make a difference:

• Responsible to make sure payroll process goes smoothly and efficiently.
• To help process head for creating or updating any new changes / legislative law and ensure it will be implemented and followed correctly.
• Liaise with Operation Team for any payroll related mistake and inform the team.
• Ensure the payroll software is updated in time for any tax related amendments.
• Ensure everyday payroll runs in time and all deadlines are met.
• Ensure Tax, Social Securities, Statutory payment & Statutory filing done on time.
• Ensure team will get updated with all the payroll requirement and make sure they will follow the same.
• Preparing weekly/monthly MIS reports & KPI and send the same to concern person in due time.
• Ensure all the payroll documents are maintain and kept properly and produced upon request.
• Review performance of the staff at regular intervals for improving their efficiency.
• Rotate staff to the various payroll processes so that they all know all area of payroll and can be used in absence of another.
• Testing new functionality on payroll system before it goes on live system.
• Deal with payroll query emails and take required actions.
• Explore new avenues of improvement.
• Audit of the work of Team Members.
• Migration of new client with end-to-end implementation.
• Monthly activities deliverable agreed as per timelines.
• Updating the day-to-day activity report to the management
• Quarterly activities verifying and filing of eTDS returns.
• Form 16 filing and publish on time for client’s employees.
• Coordinating with the client / GMP team to fix up the issues by preparing robust action plan.
• Review of RCAs
• Training for new team member – Payroll and Compliance
• Preparation of MIS reports for management.
• Manage team and attrition.

• Ability to work in a team on strict deadlines.

• Good with numbers, communication & computer skill.

• Should be able to deal with query resolution via calls / e-mails.

• Happy to work during weekends / Indian bank holidays.

• Ability to manage the workload and conflicting priorities.

• Liaising with team to ensure payroll tasks are finished within the deadline along with accuracy.

MANDATORY SKILLS:

• Must be Graduate.
• Must have 7-10 years of experience in India Payroll & Implementation.
• Must have expertise of India payroll, Income Tax, Social Security ( PF, ESI, LWF, Professional Tax, Stat Bonus, Gratuity) & Labor Law

Who we are and what we do:

Safeguard Global is…Global! We help 1500+ companies hire, manage, and pay employees in 170+ countries. Join us to meet diverse talent, explore new cultures, and connect with amazing folks from around the globe. ✈️

Our Global Benefits 

• ‍ Autonomy & Flexibility (Work in Any Way): Remote first, with the flexibility to include school runs and gym breaks in your schedule all while maintaining a high standard of work.

• 🧑‍ Bonding Leave: Enjoy paid leave to bond with your new family member.  

• 2 Charitable Days: Contribute to causes you believe in.  

• Reward & Recognition Program: Be rewarded for your success and championing our values.  

• Corporate bonus/SIP: All Guardians are eligible for our annual bonus scheme or sales incentive plan. 

• Coworking Space: Need to meet with a client, utilize admin services or just get out of the house? We’ve got you covered with flexible workspace options based on location. 

Why become a Guardian: 

• ✈️ International Environment: Grow your network internationally and collaborate across the world. Interact, discover cultures, and tap into local expertise.  

• ⭐ Our Culture: We emphasize the people factor in everything we do. Our nurturing culture ensures your ideas reach our leaders and your contributions get the recognition they deserve.

• Learning: We support your continuous growth by providing access to 2 learning platforms, where you can learn at your own pace. 

Next Steps: 

To apply, please click on the following link. We wish you the best with your application. Our Guardian promise to you is to keep in touch to arrange the next stage should your application meet the position's requirements, and or a gentle update if you have been unsuccessful at this time.  

                                                        Welcome to the Future of Work!

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At Safeguard Global, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and Guardians.