Payroll Specialist|3yrs Exp.|Immediate Joiner

Job OverviewWe are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to manage and execute end-to-end payroll activities. The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of payroll processing, statutory compliance, employee benefits, HR/payroll systems, and HR tools and software. The candidate must possess good communication and analytical skills and ensure accurate and timely salary processing.

Key Responsibilities·    Manage the end-to-end monthly payroll process for employees.·    Collect, verify, and process payroll-related inputs such as attendance, leaves, incentives, reimbursements, bonuses, deductions, and other variable pay components.·    Ensure accurate and timely salary processing and salary disbursement.·    Maintain payroll records and employee data in HRMS/payroll systems.·    Handle payroll-related queries and resolve employee concerns in a timely manner.·    Coordinate with HR, Finance, and other internal stakeholders for payroll inputs and reconciliation.·    Ensure compliance with statutory requirements related to PF, ESI, Professional Tax, TDS, LWF, and other applicable regulations.·    Support payroll audits, statutory audits, and internal audits.·    Prepare payroll reports, MIS, and reconciliations as required.·    Manage employee joining, exit, and full-and-final settlement-related payroll activities.·    Maintain confidentiality of employee compensation and payroll information.·    Stay updated with changes in payroll regulations, statutory requirements, and labour laws.

HR Tools and SoftwareThe candidate should have hands-on experience with HRMS, payroll tools, and related software such as:·    SAP SuccessFactors·    Workday·    Oracle HCM·    Darwinbox·    Keka HR·    Zoho People·    ADP·    greytHR·    PeopleStrong·    Ramco HCM·    Excel / Advanced MS Excel

Required Skills and Qualifications·    3–5 years of relevant experience in payroll operations.·    Hands-on experience with HRMS and payroll software/tools.·    Strong understanding of end-to-end payroll processing.·    Knowledge of statutory compliance, including PF, ESI, Professional Tax, TDS, and other applicable regulations.·    Good understanding of HR policies, employee benefits, and compensation structures.·    Proficiency in MS Excel and payroll reporting.·    Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.·    Good communication and stakeholder management skills.·    Ability to handle confidential employee and compensation information with discretion.·    Ability to work independently and meet strict payroll deadlines.

Preferred Skills·    Experience working with multiple HRMS or payroll platforms.·    Experience handling payroll for a large employee base.·    Knowledge of payroll automation and process improvement.·    Experience with HR analytics and reporting.Location: Gurugram