Payroll Process Trainee

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and resilient Payroll Process Trainee who can confidently handle international payroll file processing. The ideal candidate must possess strong Excel skills, an intense interest in working on international payroll rules, and the ability to communicate effectively with overseas clients.

This is not an end-to-end payroll role, but one that demands high accuracy and coordination in processing client-provided payroll files under strict deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and process payroll input files received from clients in Excel or other specified formats.
• Map and convert raw client data into standardized payroll templates for internal processing.
• Coordinate with the internal payroll team to align data with payroll cycles and schedules.
• Flag discrepancies or missing data in client files and follow up for corrections or clarifications.
• Generate reports and summaries from processed payroll inputs for review and approval.
• Process payroll data received from international clients (UK, US, AUS, MY) accurately using Excel.
• Validate, organize, and maintain payroll inputs and outputs.
• Communicate with clients over email and calls to clarify inputs, requirements, or discrepancies.
• Ensure timely delivery of payroll outputs as per defined turnaround time (TAT).
• Manage workload efficiently under high-pressure or last-minute changes.
• Always maintain confidentiality and data integrity.

Required Skills & Qualification:

• B.Com/BBA/BCS 2025 Passouts
• Strong command over Microsoft Excel (formulas, formatting, lookups, pivot tables, etc.).
• Good written and verbal English communication skills (client interaction, email drafting).
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and high-pressure situations.
• Strong time management, keyboard proficiency, and attention to detail.

Preferred Attributes

• Adaptive, proactive, and self-motivated.
• An enthusiast who is ready to explore and learn

What You Can Expect

• A fast-paced, supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to work with global clients and gain multi-country payroll exposure.
• Stable general shift working hours with a strong focus on employee development.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹20,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chennai, Tamil Nadu: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person