Job DescriptionAB InBev GCC was incorporated in 2014 as a strategic partner for Anheuser-Busch InBev. The center leverages the power of data and analytics to drive growth for critical business functions such as operations, finance, people, and technology. The teams are transforming Operations through Tech and Analytics.

NDo You Dream Big?

nWe Need You.

NJob Description

nJob Title: Manager - Payroll & Master Data Management

NLocation: Bangalore (Onsite)

NReporting to: Senior Manager -Total Rewards

NPURPOSE OF ROLE

nThe Manager - Payroll & Master Data Management (Payroll & MDM) is responsible for end-to-end payroll governance, employee master data management, payroll vendor management, compliance, process transformation, and employee experience for India GCC operations.

NThe role serves as the single point of accountability for payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, payroll controls, vendor performance, process excellence, and HR systems integration. The incumbent will partner with Total Rewards, Finance, HR Business Partners, Legal, Procurement, IT, and external payroll vendors to ensure accurate, compliant, and scalable payroll operations while driving continuous improvement and automation initiatives.

NKEY TASKS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

NPayroll Operations Leadership

NOwn end-to-end monthly payroll operations for all employee population.

NEnsure timely and accurate payroll processing with zero-defect mindset.

NGovern payroll calendars,cut-off processes, validations, approvals, and payroll sign-off.

NReview payroll outputs, variance reports, reconciliations, and control reports.

NEnsure accurate processing of:

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- Salary revisions
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- Bonus payments
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- Incentives
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- Allowances
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- Reimbursements
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- Off-cycle payments
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- Recovery transactions
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- Final settlements
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- Drive payroll service quality and SLA adherence.
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nPayroll Vendor Governance

NAct as primary business owner for payroll outsourcing partners.

NDefine and govern operational KPIs and SLAs.

NLead governance reviews, audits, and performance discussions.

NManage vendor escalationsand risk mitigation plans.

NEnsure complete payroll process documentation and knowledge transfer.

NOwn vendor transition, onboarding,



and service continuity programs.

NEnsure business continuity planning and disaster recovery readiness.

NMaster Data Management (MDM)

NGovern employee master data lifecycle within Workday and associated HR systems.

NEnsure accuracy of:

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- Employee records
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- Compensation data
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- Organizational structures
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- Cost center
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- Position data
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- Leave records
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- Lead data quality initiatives and establish preventive controls.
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- Drive reduction of manual data corrections through automation and process redesign.
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nCompliance & Controls

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- Income Tax regulations
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- PF regulations
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- ESI regulations
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- Labour Codes
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- Professional Tax
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- LWF
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- Gratuity
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- Data Privacy regulations
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nManage payroll audit requirements and statutory inspections.

NDrive payroll governance framework and internal controls.

NEnsure audit readiness for Internal Audit, External Audit, Finance Audit, and Regulatory reviews.

NOwn payroll documentationretention and compliance standards.

NSystems & Transformation

NAct as business lead for payroll technology and integrations.

NManage payroll ecosystem including:

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- Workday
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- Payroll platforms
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- Banking interfaces
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- Government portals
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- Reporting tools
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- Drive automation opportunities using:
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- Power BI
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- Power Automate
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- Python
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- Excelautomation
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- AI-enabled solutions
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nLead payroll transformation initiatives and system enhancement projects.

NPartner with IT and vendors on implementation, UAT, and production deployments.

NEmployee Experience & Service Delivery

NOwn payroll helpdesk strategy and employee communication programs.

NEnsure timely resolution of payroll, tax, PF, and compensation-related queries.

NPartner with Total Rewards to improve employee payroll experience.





NDrive awareness sessions on:

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- Tax planning
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- Flexible benefits
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- Compensation programs
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- Payroll processes
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- Establish service excellence culture within payroll operations.
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nLeadership & Stakeholder Management

NLead payroll and MDM teams to achieve operational excellence.

NBuild strong relationships with:

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- Total Rewards leadership
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- HR Business Partners
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- Finance
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- Procurement
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- Legal
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- IT
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- Global stakeholders
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nPresent payroll metrics, risks, and transformation progress to leadership.

NSupport strategic Total Rewards initiatives and GCC growth programs.

NMentor and develop team members through structured capability-building plans.

NQUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

NEducation:

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- Bachelor's Degreein HR, Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or related field.
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- MBA / PGDM / Professional qualification preferred.
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nExperience:

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- 8-12 years of HR Operations, Payroll, or Shared Services experience.
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- Experience in FP&A; willbe an added advantage.
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- Minimum 4+ years of payroll leadership experience.
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- Experience managing payroll for 1,000+ employees.
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- Experience managing outsourced payroll vendors.
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- Experience in GCC / Shared Services workplace preferred.
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- Proven experience leading payroll transformation or implementation projects
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nTechnical/Leadership Skills: (Mention any technical, functional or tool related skill in this section)

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- Workday HCM
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- Payroll Systems
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- SAP HR/HCM (preferred)
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- Advanced Excel
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- Power Query
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- Power BI
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- Power Automate
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- Data Analytics
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- Payroll Reconciliation
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- Workforce Reporting
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- Process Automation
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- AI-enabled productivity tools
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- Ownership & Accountability
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- Strategic Thinking
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- Stakeholder Management
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- Vendor Governance
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- Risk Management
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- Change Management
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- Continuous Improvement Mindset
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- Analytical Problem Solving
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- Influencing without Authority
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- Communication & Executive Presence
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nAnd above all of this, an undying love for beer!

NWe dream big to create a future with more cheers.

📌 Hiring: Manager - Payroll & Master Data Management (Bengaluru)
🏢 AB InBev GCC India
📍 Bengaluru