Senior Executive - Payroll

Job Title: Senior Executive India Payroll Processing

Location: [Chennai]

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Executive Payroll Processing to manage end-to-end payroll operations for our India workforce. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of Indian payroll compliance, hands-on experience with multiple payroll systems, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Payroll Management:

Handle complete end-to-end monthly payroll processing, including salary components, deductions, arrears, bonuses, and full & final settlements.

Coordinate with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate payroll execution.

Validate and consolidate data from various sources such as attendance, leave management, and time-tracking systems.

Payroll Systems & Tools:

Work across various payroll platforms such as GreytHR, Darwinbox, Keka, Zoho People, ADP, People Strong, or equivalent tools.

Drive process efficiency through automation and optimization of payroll systems.

Ensure data accuracy during system migrations or payroll transitions.

Compliance & Statutory Filings:

Ensure full compliance with Indian statutory requirements including PF, ESI, PT, LWF, TDS, Gratuity, and labour welfare legislations.

Timely preparation and filing of monthly, quarterly, and annual statutory returns.

Support internal, statutory, and external audits with required documentation and responses.

Employee Support & Queries:

Act as a primary point of contact for employee payroll-related queries.

Handle grievance resolution regarding salary payments, income tax, deductions, and reimbursements.

Educate employees on CTC structure, tax declarations, and statutory benefits.

Reporting & Analytics:

Prepare and publish payroll MIS reports, variance analysis, and reconciliations.

Collaborate with Finance to support payroll accounting, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Key Skills & Competencies:

Proven experience working with multiple payroll systems and service providers.

Excellent knowledge of Indian labor laws and statutory compliance.

Proficiency in Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas) and payroll reconciliation.

Strong analytical mindset, attention to detail, and process orientation.

Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications:

Graduate in Commerce, HR, or related discipline (MBA/PG preferred).

36 years of relevant experience in India payroll operations.

Experience with multiple payroll software/platforms is mandatory.

Payroll certification (preferred but not required).