Deputy Payroll Head

Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka

Company: K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd.

About K12 Techno Services

K12 Techno Services Pvt. Ltd. is one of India's leading education service providers, supporting over 900 educational institutions and managing 110+ schools across the country. Through innovative technology, operational excellence, and academic support services, we positively impact the educational journey of more than 300,000 students every day.

As the technology and operations partner for Orchids The International School, we are committed to building scalable systems, empowering people, and delivering exceptional experiences for students, parents, and employees. Backed by leading investors, including Kedaara Capital, Peak XV Partners, and Navneet Learning LLP, we continue to drive growth and transformation in the education sector.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly driven and detail-oriented Deputy Payroll Head to join our People Operations team. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in payroll management, statutory compliance, payroll governance, and process improvement.

This role will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, managing statutory compliance requirements, enhancing payroll efficiency, and supporting payroll operations across multiple locations.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Operations

- Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees across multiple locations.
- Ensure accurate and timely processing of salaries, reimbursements, incentives, bonuses, and Full & Final Settlements.
- Validate payroll inputs including attendance, leave records, salary revisions, deductions, and statutory contributions.
- Maintain payroll accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to organizational policies.




- Address payroll-related queries and escalations from employees and stakeholders.

Statutory Compliance & Governance

- Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory regulations including:

- Provident Fund (PF)

- Employee State Insurance (ESI)

- Professional Tax (PT)

- Income Tax (TDS)

- Labour Welfare Fund (LWF)
- Gratuity and other labour law requirements
- Manage statutory filings, audits, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting.
- Monitor changes in payroll legislation and implement required updates.
- Strengthen payroll controls and ensure adherence to internal audit requirements.

Process Improvement & Automation

- Drive payroll automation and digitization initiatives.
- Collaborate with HRMS and technology teams to improve payroll systems and workflows.
- Identify process gaps and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
- Develop scalable payroll processes to support organizational growth.

Reporting & Analytics

- Prepare payroll MIS, management dashboards, and headcount reports.
- Conduct payroll cost analysis and workforce reporting.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and audit requirements in collaboration with Finance teams.
- Generate insights and recommendations to improve operational effectiveness.

Stakeholder Management & Team Leadership

- Partner closely with HR, Finance, Compliance, and Operations teams.
- Act as a subject matter expert for payroll-related matters.




- Manage payroll escalations and ensure timely resolution.
- Mentor and support payroll team members.
- Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification

- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related discipline.
- Postgraduate qualification or relevant certifications will be an added advantage.

Experience

- 56 years of experience in payroll operations and statutory compliance.
- Experience handling payroll for large, multi-location organizations.
- Strong exposure to payroll audits, reconciliations, reporting, and employee lifecycle payroll processes.

Required Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

- Strong knowledge of Indian payroll regulations, taxation, and labour laws.
- Hands-on experience with HRMS, payroll software, ERP systems, and payroll reporting tools.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Strong payroll analytics and reporting capabilities.

Behavioral Competencies

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Why Join K12 Techno Services?

- Chance to work with one of India's fastest-growing Education and EdTech organizations.
- Exposure to large-scale payroll operations and transformation initiatives.
- Collaborative work environment with experienced leaders and cross-functional teams.
- Culture focused on innovation, ownership, and continuous learning.
- Chance to contribute to an organization impacting over 300,000 students across India.

📌 Deputy Head - payroll (Bengaluru)
🏢 K12 Techno Services
📍 Bengaluru