Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

KKR is a leading global investment firm that offers alternative asset management as well as capital markets and insurance solutions. KKR aims to generate attractive investment returns by following a patient and disciplined investment approach, employing world-class people, and supporting growth in its portfolio companies and communities. KKR sponsors investment funds that invest in private equity, credit and real assets and has strategic partners that manage hedge funds. KKR's insurance subsidiaries offer retirement, life and reinsurance products under the management of Global Atlantic Financial Group. References to KKR's investments may include the activities of its sponsored funds and insurance subsidiaries.

About the team

As a member of the broader Global Payroll Team, the individual would lead the processing of the monthly payroll for the Gurugram, India office. In addition, they would support the payroll processing for other APAC payrolls (Australia, China, Hong Kong, Japan, Singapore and South Korea). The role is a full time role based in Gurugram and operates in a 4 day onsite and 1 day flexible work arrangement.

About the role

Maintaining payroll processing records by gathering, calculating, and inputting data Coordinating payroll information related to payroll demographics, maternity, sick leave, Salary Sacrifice, Pension and other benefits in kind in coordination with the Benefits team, HR, and other stakeholders Documenting payroll processes and procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance with local regulations. Suggesting process improvements to increase accuracy and efficiency Providing prompt and complete responses to employees and vendors on payroll-related questions Working closely with Treasury Department to forecast cash requirements to fund payrolls and ensure payroll funding is executed to payroll vendors and/or employees on time Assisting Accounting colleagues with questions related to payroll journal entries and account reconciliations Notifying management of errors and problems, proposes solutions, and work with management to implement solutions that balance the interest of employee and firm

Key Experiences and Qualifications

Candidates must have strong, polished communication skills, a strong desire to deliver impeccable customer service, and must be able to interact professionally with all levels of the organization. Candidates will also have strong attention to detail, basic project management skills, and the ability to multi-task. Must be able to prioritize assignments with competing deadlines and work independently at times.

Specific Criteria Include

Minimum payroll experience of 5 years Bachelor's degree preferred Practical, hands-on Payroll processing experience, preferably across multiple countries Excellent Excel skills (pivot tables, vlookups etc.) Strong analytical and problem solving/judgment skills High level of attention to detail and accuracy Experience with Payroll-related systems Customer service orientation and ability to communicate with various levels of management Comfortable working in an environment that has seasonal peaks and calendar year-end deliverables

KKR is an equal opportunity employer. Individuals seeking employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by applicable law.