Sr. Payroll Executive

Job Description: Senior Payroll Executive

About the Role:

As a Senior Payroll Executive, you will own and oversee all aspects of payroll/ attendance management, ensuring accurate and timely salary processing while

maintaining strict compliance with statutory regulations (PF, ESI, PT, TDS, etc.). You will work cross-functionally with HR, Finance, and IT teams to streamline payroll processes and manage continuous improvement projects.

Key Responsibilities:·        

Process end-to-end payroll cycles (monthly, bi‑weekly or weekly) for employees across PAN India, ensuring precision and punctuality.

·        Maintain and update employee lifecycle/ payroll records, including changes in benefits, statutory contributions, and tax deductions.

·        Ensure compliance with payroll regulations i.e., PF, ESI, Labour Welfare, Bonus, TDS coordination with CA, State-specific labour laws, etc.

·        Verify timesheets, attendance records, overtime, and related payroll inputs; reconcile discrepancies before payroll finalization.

·        Act as the primary contact for employee payroll inquiries; resolve grievances and provide payroll guidance in a timely, clear manner.

·        Generate regular payroll reports and reconcile for HR and Finance decision-making, including cost center breakdowns, overtime trends, and statutory filing status.

·        Coordinate with external payroll audit team by providing documentation and reconciling discrepancies as required.

·        Optimize payroll systems and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency; lead or support system upgrades or integrations.

·        Identify and implement process improvements — automation, documentation updates, templates, dashboards etc.

·        Maintain leaves across PAN India.

·        Manage biometric machine and mobile application.

Qualifications & Experience:

·        Should have strong proficiency in payroll software (SARAL/HRMS tools).

·        Should have good command in Advanced Excel.

·        Should have knowledge of Statutory laws, labour laws and compliances.

·        Should have knowledge of handling admin.

·        Should have handled off role and third-party employees.

·        Deep understanding of statutory payroll requirements and compliance standards across central and state jurisdictions.

·        Detail-oriented, analytical, and highly organized with proven ability to manage high volumes and meet deadlines.

·        Excellent oral and written communication skills.

·        Ability to work effectively under pressure and coordinate across departments.