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Likitha Chandrashekhar

@likithachandrashekha

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Experienced HR professional specializing in payroll and employee benefits.

India

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What I'm looking for

I seek a strategic HR role that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation.

I am a highly experienced and results-driven HR professional with nearly 15 years of expertise in human resources and payroll administration. My career has been dedicated to aligning HR initiatives with business goals across diverse industries, ensuring compliance and precision in payroll processing for large workforces. I have successfully spearheaded payroll operations across multiple entities, guaranteeing adherence to applicable regulations while enhancing operational efficiencies.

Throughout my career, I have developed a strong foundation in HR functions such as talent management, organizational development, and employee relations. My strategic mindset has allowed me to implement innovative solutions that improve employee engagement and streamline processes. I take pride in my ability to foster constructive relationships with both employees and management, resolving payroll-related inquiries with accuracy and confidentiality. My commitment to continuous improvement has been recognized through awards such as the Kaizen Star Award for enhancing training efficiency in payroll operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

HR & Payroll Officer

MM Electrical Merchandising

Sep 2024 - Apr 2025 (7 months)

Executed comprehensive payroll processing for a workforce exceeding 450 employees, managing dual-cycle payrolls with precision and compliance. Partnered cross-functionally with HR to validate critical employee lifecycle events, including onboarding, terminations, salary adjustments, and tax status modifications.

Payroll Processing Payroll Compliance Confidentiality Financial Reporting Regulatory Compliance

Staff Payroll Assistant

Teacher’s Mutual Bank

Jan 2024 - Sep 2024 (8 months)

Maintained and audited employment records to guarantee accuracy of personnel data, including onboarding, internal mobility, and terminations within payroll systems. Orchestrated end-to-end payroll processing for fortnightly cycles, including payslip generation and electronic funds transfer execution.

Payroll Processing Micropay Financial Reporting FBT Compliance Employee Inquiry Resolution

Training and Internship

123 Groups

Jul 2023 - Dec 2023 (5 months)

Acquired expertise in multi-cycle payroll processing (weekly, fortnightly, twice monthly, monthly), focusing on accuracy and compliance. Managed the creation, organization, and follow-up of contractor and support staff timesheets to ensure accurate payroll input.

Payroll Processing Payroll Reconciliation Xero Data Processing Compliance Contractor Management Bank Reconciliation

Executive HR (Global)

LKQ India Pvt. Ltd.

Aug 2016 - Nov 2022 (6 years 3 months)

Partnered with executive leadership to design and implement people strategies aligned with business objectives for a 1,200+ global workforce. Drove a 75% productivity enhancement via successful implementation and optimization of HRIS platforms, including Peoplesoft and Workday.

HR strategy Talent Acquisition Employee Engagement HRIS Implementation Performance Management Organizational Development Policy Development Stakeholder Management Workforce Planning Leadership Development

HR Account Lead

Global Hunt India Pvt. Ltd.

Apr 2015 - Jul 2016 (1 year 3 months)

Streamlined HR operational workflow, driving a 40% increase in team productivity through process re-engineering and the introduction of structured weekly performance reviews. Supported business accounts with full-spectrum HR support including recruitment, employee lifecycle management, and compliance.

HR Operations Process Improvement Employee Engagement Quality Assurance Recruitment Employee Relations

Senior HR Analyst

Datacore Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

Dec 2012 - Apr 2015 (2 years 4 months)

Delivered operational HR support to a 400-employee workforce. Processed payroll, managed leave records, and maintained HRIS data integrity.

HR Operations Payroll Processing Leave Management HRIS Recruitment Onboarding Compliance Audits Data Integrity

Senior Associate HR

Ayurwin Pharma Pvt. Ltd.

Jun 2010 - Dec 2012 (2 years 6 months)

Managed end-to-end recruitment for sales and support functions, reducing time-to-hire by 25%. Assisted in payroll processing, statutory compliance (PF, ESI), and leave management.

Recruitment Onboarding Payroll Processing Statutory Compliance Leave Management Employee Engagement HR Policies

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Sikkim Manipal University

Master of Business Administration, Business Administration

2010 - 2018

Completed a Master of Business Administration from Sikkim Manipal University. This program provided a strong foundation in business management principles.

Siddaganga Institute of Technology

Bachelor of Engineering, Engineering

2006 - 2010

Obtained a Bachelor of Engineering from Siddaganga Institute of Technology. This degree provided a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles.