Payroll Executive – 6 Month Contract

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. Manage and execute end-to-end monthly payroll operations for India in collaboration with HR, Finance, and external vendors .

Posted 9/24/2026contractChennai • IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring compliance with India payroll regulations, and delivering analytical insights for decision-making. Proficient in payroll systems and process improvements through automation and analytics.

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Payroll Operations ManagementIndia Payroll CompliancePayroll Systems ExperienceMS Excel ProficiencyStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Payroll OperationsPayroll ComplianceTaxation KnowledgeStatutory RequirementsPayroll Journals PreparationReconciliationFull & Final SettlementsSalary DisbursementsProcess ImprovementAnalytics

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsTime ManagementConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

ADPSAPWorkdayAllsec

Industry Keywords

PFESIPTTDSPayroll Governance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and execute end-to-end monthly payroll operations for India in collaboration with HR, Finance, and external vendors
Validate payroll inputs, ensure timely approvals, and maintain payroll accuracy and compliance
Review payroll reports and deliver clear analytical insights for management decision-making
Handle statutory compliance including PF, ESI, PT, and TDS, and support audits and filings
Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations, Full & Final settlements, and coordinate salary disbursements
Drive process improvements through automation, analytics, and efficient payroll governance practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

3–5 years of hands-on experience in payroll operations within fast-paced or corporate environment
Strong knowledge of India payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory requirements
Experience working with payroll systems such as ADP, SAP, Workday, Allsec, or similar platforms
Highly proficient in MS Excel with strong analytical and reporting capabilities
Excellent stakeholder management skills
Ability to independently manage payroll timelines with accuracy and confidentiality

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional growth opportunity through hands-on experience with advanced payroll systems, vendor management, and strategic reporting
Exposure to global payroll practices
Experience working with cross-functional teams
Opportunity to contribute to process improvements through analytics and automation