Role: Payroll specialist- APAC region
Location: Bangalore
Work Schedule: 11AM-8PM IST/ 7AM-4PM IST
Working Model: Hybrid
Intro
We’re looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to enable end-to-end payroll operations across APAC. You will manage multi-country payroll cycles, ensure statutory compliance, partner with in-country providers (ICPs), and deliver accurate and timely payrolls for a diverse employee population. Experience with ADP Celergo (preferred) and core HRIS/payroll integrations like Oracle HCM is essential. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, global environment and brings a strong control mindset with excellent stakeholder management.
Key Responsibilities
- End-to-End Payroll Processing
- Prepare, validate, and process monthly/fortnightly payrolls across multiple APAC countries.
- Own gross-to-net calculations, off-cycles, retros, and reconciliations.
- Review pre- and post-payroll reports, audit files, GL postings, and variance analyses.
- Compliance & Controls
- Ensure statutory compliance with local country tax, social security, pensions, and benefit-in-kind requirements.
- Maintain robust controls, documentation, and audit readiness (internal & external).
- Coordinate year-end activities and complete on time to support employees for filing returns
- Vendor & ICP Management
- Partner with ADP Celergo (and/or other ICPs) for country-specific processing, SLAs, and issue resolution.
- Monitor vendor performance, drive root-cause analysis, and continuous improvements.
- HRIS & Integrations
- Validate and reconcile Oracle HCM/inbound/outbound payroll interfaces (new hires, terms, transfers, comp changes).
- Employee Support & Case Management
- Manage payroll queries and responding via the helpdesk/case management tool (e.g., ServiceNow, Freshservice).
- Accounting & Finance Partnership
- Reconcile payroll accounts, support journal entries, and month-end close (accruals, provisions).
- Support treasury with funding files, bank payments, net pay, and statutory remittances.
- Operational Excellence
- Maintain and enhance SOPs, process maps, and control checklists.
- Lead/participate in projects: country transitions, M&A integrations, system enhancements, and new market entries.
- Track KPIs and drive continuous improvement (quality, timeliness, cost, and employee experience).
Required Qualifications & Experience
- 4–8 years of progressive payroll experience, with multi-country exposure in APAC.
- Strong command of payroll processing and statutory compliance across APAC countries.
- Hands-on experience working with ADP Celergo, ADP Vantage and ADP Streamline will be added advantage
- Proficient with Oracle HCM payroll integrations and data validation.
- Experience using a helpdesk/case tool (e.g., ServiceNow) for payroll tickets and SLAs.
- Good understanding of GL mapping, payroll accounting, and bank/payment files.
- Advanced Excel (lookups, pivots, reconciliations); strong data accuracy and numerical reasoning.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management across time zones.
- Country-specific expertise (e.g., India, Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Japan UAE, Belgium, Switzerland among other countries.
- Knowledge of benefits in payroll, shadow payroll, and mobility/expat cases.
- Lean/Six Sigma mindset; continuous improvement track record.
Core Skills & Competencies
- Technical: payroll calculations, statutory filings/remittances, year-end reporting, GL & reconciliations, interface validations.
- Compliance: country payroll laws, social security, pensions/super, tax deadlines, reporting formats.
- Systems: ADP Celergo (preferred), Oracle HCM, Workday, helpdesk tools
- Behavioural: ownership, integrity, attention to detail, problem-solving, discretion with sensitive data, collaboration.
Education & Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree or master’s in accounting/finance/HR or related field (or equivalent experience).
Work Schedule
- Ability to support cross-regional time zones during payroll cycles and critical cut-offs.
Why work with CSC?
At CSC, we don’t just keep businesses running, we help them thrive. For more than 125 years, we’ve been the trusted partner for 90% of the Fortune 500®, leading financial institutions and businesses worldwide. As the global leader in business, legal, financial, and digital brand services across 140+ jurisdictions, we set industry benchmarks through innovation, integrity, and excellence.
Privately held and professionally managed since 1899, CSC is the business behind business®, delivering knowledge-based solutions from our headquarters in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, to clients across the globe. Our success is built on a people-first culture that fosters growth, collaboration, and agility. Recognized as a Top Employer in India, we are committed to creating an exceptional workplace where talent flourishes.
Important notice: CSC only accepts resumes from agencies in our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted through unauthorized sources, including direct submissions to hiring leaders or employees, will be considered property of CSC, with no fees eligible for claims. We encourage candidates to apply through our website for seamless hiring experience.
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Why work for us?
At CSC, we invest in your growth, well-being, and success. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Global legacy: Join a powerhouse shaping industries worldwide.
- Career growth and mobility: Access internal promotions, leadership programs, and skill-building opportunities to accelerate your career.
- Recognition and rewards: Enjoy performance-based bonuses, and employee recognition programs.
- Work-life balance: Benefit from hybrid work models and state-of-the-art collaborative spaces.
- Continuous learning: Gain tuition reimbursement, professional certifications, and expert-led development programs in leadership, technical skills, and more.
- Inclusive culture: Be part of a workplace where diversity, equity, and belonging fuel innovation and success.
- Community impact: Make a difference through CSC Gives Back, including our partnership with Kiva, to empower underserved communities through microloans.
Join CSC and shape the future in a dynamic, global environment where your contributions drive success.
Disclaimer: This job description serves as a general guideline and may evolve based on business needs.
About us
CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business. ®
Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.
CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.
CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers.
We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging,
CSC only accepts resumes from employment agencies that are part of our approved supplier program. Resumes submitted from other agencies either to talent acquisition, our hiring leaders, employees, or through any other mechanism other than our supplier process, will not be eligible to claim related fees and the submitted resumes will be considered property of CSC.
We encourage candidates to apply directly to our website and not through third-party sources.
Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.