Payroll Administrator - EMEA Support

Location: Pune, India

Contract Type: Full-time, permanent

Reports to: Payroll Manager EMEA/APAC

About the Role:

We are seeking a Payroll Administrator to join our payroll team in Pune and provide operational support for our EMEA payrolls. This role will focus on administrative activities, data validation, and coordination with local payroll vendors to ensure smooth and accurate payroll delivery across multiple countries in the region.

The role is a great opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and interest in building expertise in multi-country payroll operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, validate, and prepare payroll input data for EMEA countries (e.g., new hires, terminations, variable pay, benefits).

• Coordinate with local payroll vendors to ensure timely and accurate processing.

• Perform data checks and reconciliations before and after payroll runs.

• Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure compliance with internal controls.

• Support preparation of payroll reports for HR, Finance, and management.

• Assist employees with payroll-related queries and escalate complex cases when required.

• Contribute to process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, HR, or related field.

• 1–3 years of experience in payroll administration, preferably in a multinational environment.

• Exposure to multi-country payrolls (experience with EMEA is an advantage).

• Strong MS Excel skills (data management, reporting).

• Fluent in English, with strong communication skills.

Key Competencies

• Accuracy, rigor, and strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage deadlines across multiple time zones.

• Team player with strong collaboration skills.

• Eagerness to learn and grow in international payroll operations.