SOM BENTUR
Payroll HR Professional
Hubli,Karnataka
Summary
Experienced Payroll and Human Resources Lead with 15 years of expertise in payroll management, statutory compliance, and employee lifecycle management across sectors. Adept at leading end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate statutory payments, and driving process improvements. Known for problem-solving in fast-paced, international work environments and proficiency in payroll tools such as SAP and Excel.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
Area Payroll & Human Resources Lead
Reliance Jio Infocom
Hubli
6 2024 - Current
- Led payroll operations for 1200 employees, ensuring timely and accurate statutory payments, including income tax and provident fund contributions
- Ensured compliance with regional payroll regulations by monitoring regulatory changes and implementing necessary updates in payroll processes
- Streamlined payroll processes using Excel, resulting in a 100% reduction in payroll errors and an 97% improvement in processing time
- Provided ongoing mentorship and support to a team of payroll specialists, ensuring high performance and compliance with KPIs and SLAs
- Conducted internal audits of payroll data, ensuring 100% accuracy in reporting to government bodies and third parties.
Senior Manager - Payroll & Human Resources
L&T Finance
2022.12 - 2024.05
- Managed end-to-end payroll processes for over 1200 employees, ensuring timely statutory payments, reconciliations, and adherence to compliance
- Spearheaded initiatives to improve payroll accuracy, resulting in a 100% improvement in employee satisfaction
- Collaborated with internal teams to test and implement new payroll features, contributing to more efficient payroll operations
- Monitored payroll KPIs and implemented process enhancements that improved the speed and accuracy of payroll operations.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Reviewed and analyzed reports, records and directives to obtain data required for planning department activities.
- Consistently met or exceeded annual performance targets set by senior leadership.
Senior Manager - Human Resources
Jana Small Finance Bank
2016.05 - 2022.12
- Successfully implemented payroll systems that ensured compliance with statutory requirements, leading to seamless payroll processing
- Developed strategies for payroll operations, reducing processing time and ensuring accurate payment distribution across the organization
- Collaborated with teams on payroll reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies to ensure 100% compliance.
Senior Executive - Payroll & Human Resources
Future Group
2012.03 - 2016.05
- Processed payroll for over [X] employees, ensuring accurate statutory deductions and timely reporting to government authorities
- Led process improvements that reduced payroll discrepancies by [X]% and improved efficiency
- Maintained statutory compliance by ensuring accurate ESI, PF, and PT reporting.
Executive - Human Resources
Spencer’s Retail Limited
Bengaluru
2009.04 - 2012.03
- Streamlined HR processes for increased efficiency and productivity through the use of HRIS systems and automation tools.
- Led process improvement efforts within the HR department, resulting in streamlined workflows and reduced errors in data entry or reporting.
- Maintained accurate records of personnel actions including hires, promotions, terminations to facilitate informed decision-making by senior leadership.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws through regular review of policies and ongoing training for HR staff members.
- Improved employee engagement scores with proactive communication strategies and opportunities for professional growth.
Management Trainee - Human Resources
Subhiksha Trading Services
2008.03 - 2009.03
- Enhanced employee satisfaction by implementing effective HR policies and procedures.
- Facilitated open communication channels between employees and management, promoting transparency within the organization.
- Developed comprehensive onboarding programs to facilitate smooth integration of new hires into the organization.
- Streamlined recruitment processes for faster talent acquisition and reduced timetofill.
- Optimized talent management strategies by identifying skills gaps and providing targeted development opportunities.
- Conducted exit interviews to gather valuable feedback from departing employees for continuous improvement efforts.
- Participated in campus recruitment drives, establishing strong relationships with educational institutions for future hiring needs.
- Championed diversity initiatives that fostered an inclusive workplace culture, attracting a diverse pool of candidates.
Education
MBA - Human Resource Management
ICFAI Business School, Dehradun
2006.06 - 2008.03
Bachelor of Arts -
Gulbarga University
Raichur 2003.06 - 2006.03
Pre-University College -
PU Board
SSLC - undefined
Karnataka Board
Skills
Payroll Compliance & Statutory Payments
Process Automation & Improvement
KPI & SLA Monitoring
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Team Leadership & Mentorship
Local & Regional Payroll Expertise (India-specific)
Data Analysis & Payroll Tools (SAP, Excel, Google Sheets)
HRIS Systems Implementation
Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets
Payroll Reconciliation & Statutory Reporting Tools
HRIS Systems (People Works, Zing HR, Workline)
Data Analysis Tools for Payroll Operations
Significantaccomplishments
- Led a team to automate payroll processes, reducing manual entry errors and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented process improvements that increased payroll efficiency and reduced processing times by 99%.
- Successfully managed payroll operations during periods of organizational growth, scaling payroll processes without sacrificing accuracy.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/02/84
Timeline
Senior Manager - Payroll & Human Resources
L&T Finance
2022.12 - 2024.05
Senior Manager - Human Resources
Jana Small Finance Bank
2016.05 - 2022.12
Senior Executive - Payroll & Human Resources
Future Group
2012.03 - 2016.05
Executive - Human Resources
Spencer’s Retail Limited
2009.04 - 2012.03
Management Trainee - Human Resources
Subhiksha Trading Services
2008.03 - 2009.03
MBA - Human Resource Management
ICFAI Business School, Dehradun
2006.06 - 2008.03
Bachelor of Arts -
Gulbarga University
2003.06 - 2006.03
Area Payroll & Human Resources Lead
Reliance Jio Infocom
6 2024 - Current
Pre-University College -
PU Board
SSLC - undefined
Karnataka Board
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