Senior Payroll Specialist

Role Objective

To manage and oversee end‑to‑end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely disbursement of employee salaries and benefits. The role also involves handling full & final settlements, statutory compliance, and employee benefit programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Payroll Management:
• Handle end‑to‑end payroll processing.
• Ensure accuracy in salary computation, deductions, and reimbursements.
• Maintain payroll records and generate monthly reports.
• Full & Final Settlement (F&F):
• Process exit settlements including pending salaries, leave encashment, gratuity, and other dues.
• Coordinate with HR and Finance for smooth clearance.
• Statutory Compliance:
• Ensure timely filing and compliance with PF, ESI, Gratuity, Professional Tax, and Income Tax.
• Liaise with auditors and government authorities for statutory audits.
• Stay updated on changes in labor laws.
• Employee Benefits:
• Administer Provident Fund, Gratuity, and other statutory benefits.
• Address employee queries related to payroll and benefits.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify gaps in payroll processes and recommend automation or efficiency improvements.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and statutory compliance.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and payroll software.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Problem‑solving and analytical abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Finance, or Human Resources.
• Professional certifications in payroll or HR compliance (preferred).
• 5–7 years of proven experience in payroll management and statutory compliance.
• Would prefer candidates who are immediate joiners or who could join us in a shorter notice period.

Mode of Work: 5 Days a week & work from office only

Work Location: Bangalore (Dnata 3rd Floor, Smartworks Sargod Imperial, 93, Field Marshal Cariappa Road, Shanthala Nagar, Ashok Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560025)