Payroll Associate

The Payroll Analyst / Associate will play a critical role in supporting end-to-end payroll processing for a dynamic workforce in a multi-disciplinary engineering environment. The individual will be responsible for ensuring accuracy compliance and timeliness of payroll while managing complexities such as shift-based workforce variable components statutory adherence and audit readiness.

• End-to-End Payroll Execution:
  • Support processing of monthly payroll cycles including validation of inputs such as new joiners exits increments bonuses overtime and shift allowances.
  • Manage Full & Final settlements (F&F) including leave encashment gratuity and recoveries.
  • Validate payroll outputs ensuring alignment with company policies and statutory norms.
• Statutory Compliance & Governance:
  • Ensure compliance with Indian labour and payroll regulations including:
    • Provident Fund (PF).
    • Employee State Insurance (ESI).
    • Professional Tax (PT).
    • Labour Welfare Fund (LWF).
    • Income Tax (TDS).
  • Support statutory filings reconciliations and returns.
  • Assist in responding to internal/external audits and compliance reviews.
  • Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for payroll transactions.
• Data Management Validation & Reporting:
  • Perform data validation and reconciliation of payroll inputs/outputs.
  • Prepare and analyse payroll reports variance analysis and MIS dashboards.
  • Maintain payroll trackers master data and employee records in HRMS/payroll systems.
  • Support cost analysis and budgeting inputs related to employee compensation.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Collaborate closely with HRBPs Finance and Operations teams for payroll inputs and validations.
  • Address employee payroll queries related to salary taxation and deductions.
  • Ensure seamless coordination for high employee volume and multi-location payroll processing.
• Process Improvement & Automation:
  • Identify opportunities for process optimization and automation within payroll operations.
  • Support implementation/enhancement of payroll systems (e.g. Workday Oracle).
  • Contribute to standardization of payroll processes and SOP documentation.

• Education:
  • Masters degree in Commerce / Finance / Business Administration (preferred).
• Experience:
  • 23 years of relevant experience in Indian payroll processing preferably with bigger MNC.
  • Exposure to handling large employee base and complex salary structures.
• Technical & Functional Skills:
  • Strong understanding of:
    • CTC structuring earnings deductions reimbursements.
    • Statutory components and compliance frameworks.
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP data validation reconciliation).
  • Hands-on experience in payroll/HRMS systems (Workday / Oracle preferred).
  • Experience in payroll reconciliation reporting and audit support.
• Behavioural Competencies:
  • High attention to detail and strong analytical mindset.
  • Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with integrity.
  • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work in structured deadline-driven environments.
  • Proactive adaptable and collaborative team player.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health wellbeing financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life.

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