Assistant Manager – Payroll & Compliance

We're Hiring | AM – Payroll & Compliance | Kolkata | ₹6 LPA

ProHR Strategies Pvt. Ltd.

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Experience Required:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or HR (Mandatory)
• MBA in HR/Finance or Payroll Certification (Preferred)

📝 Role Summary:

Assistant Manager – Payroll & Compliance

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute monthly payroll including salaries, incentives, overtime, arrears, reimbursements, and deductions
• Maintain up-to-date employee data, attendance, and leave inputs for payroll processing
• Ensure accurate and timely statutory filings: PF, ESIC, TDS, LWF, PT, Bonus, and Gratuity
• Prepare and validate salary sheets, payslips, increment calculations, and full & final settlements
• Liaise with Finance, HR, and third-party consultants for accurate processing and documentation
• Ensure legal compliance with relevant labor laws, and manage documentation for licenses and filings
• Administer insurance-related processes and assist employees with claims and coverage clarifications
• Maintain audit-ready documentation and support internal/external payroll audits
• Drive continuous improvements in payroll accuracy, automation, and compliance processes

Must-Have Skills:

• Payroll software/HRMS proficiency (e.g., SAP, ADP, greytHR, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Advanced MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, data validation, salary sheet analysis)
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws: EPF, ESIC, LWF, PT, Bonus, Gratuity, and Income Tax
• Full-cycle payroll processing experience for large employee volumes
• Experience in statutory filing via online portals (EPFO, ESIC, TRACES, etc.)
• Strong reconciliation skills and familiarity with payroll-related accounting entries
• High attention to detail, time management, and integrity in handling sensitive information
• Clear communication skills for resolving payroll queries and collaborating cross-functionally
• Problem-solving ability in payroll discrepancies, audit queries, and compliance gaps

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience in handling payroll across multiple states
• Knowledge of HRIS/attendance system integration with payroll
• Familiarity with process automation, payroll macros, and self-service portals
• Financial acumen to generate payroll MIS reports and support budgeting
• Ability to lead payroll system/process improvement projects
• Relevant payroll/labor law certifications (e.g., NIPM, Income Tax, Labor Welfare)

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📧 Email: hr@prohrstrategies.com

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