Senior Payroll Advisor

Quest Software

. Lead end-to-end payroll operations across an assigned region including EMEA, APJ, or other designated countries .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • IndiaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive payroll operations expertise, ensuring compliance with local statutory requirements while managing relationships with outsourced payroll providers. Proficient in payroll reconciliations, reporting, and analytics, with a strong focus on process documentation and governance.

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Payroll CompliancePayroll ReconciliationsPayroll Systems ManagementData AnalyticsStakeholder Relationship Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingPayroll AccountingStatutory ReportingPayroll AnalyticsData ModellingPayroll CalculationsPayroll AuditsRisk ManagementPayroll DocumentationPayroll Governance

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

ADPDayforceExcel

Industry Keywords

EMEA PayrollAPJ PayrollMultinational PayrollLabor RegulationsTax Regulations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead end-to-end payroll operations across an assigned region including EMEA, APJ, or other designated countries
Ensure payroll is processed accurately, timely, and in compliance with local statutory requirements
Manage regional relationships with outsourced payroll providers
Process and review payroll calculations including earnings, commissions, bonuses, equity transactions, taxes, benefits, deductions, and off-cycle payments
Oversee payroll reconciliations, reporting, audits, payroll journals, and funding activities
Monitor payroll compliance with country-specific labor, tax, social insurance, and reporting regulations
Maintain payroll process documentation, controls, SOPs, and governance requirements
Partner with HR, Finance, HRIS, Legal, Benefits, and People Operations teams to ensure seamless payroll administration
Participate in payroll projects focused on standardization, automation, compliance improvements, and employee experience optimization
Support strategic initiatives established by the Global Payroll Director
Prepare and review Payroll team journal entries
Identify and reconcile discrepancies
Prepare month, quarter, and year accruals

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of progressive payroll experience, including regional or multinational payroll responsibility
Experience processing payroll across multiple countries within EMEA, Americas, and/or APJ regions and tax regulations for 500+ employees
Experience managing relationships with external and internal partners
Demonstrated experience in payroll compliance, audits, internal controls, and risk management
Advanced experience with payroll reconciliations, payroll accounting, statutory reporting, and payroll analytics
Intermediate Excel and Data Modelling
Experience with payroll systems like ADP, Dayforce, or other payroll systems
Data analytics and reporting
Excellent organizational and communication skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Annual bonuses
Top-performer recognition
Comprehensive health, family, and retirement benefits
Flexible work options
Generous PTO
Wellness programs
Professional growth through learning platforms, mentorship, and leadership programs
Inclusive teams supported by Employee Resource Groups and the Equality & Inclusion Council