Core & Payroll HR

Qcloud Tech; Chennai District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Qcloud Tech in Chennai Ambattur is seeking an experienced Core & Payroll HR professional to manage end-to-end HR operations and payroll while ensuring statutory compliance. You will handle recruitment, onboarding, payroll processing, and related accounting tasks with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years in HR operations and payroll, with strong knowledge of labor laws and payroll systems, and proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, HR, or Accounting (MBA in HR preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR operations and payroll, with exposure to accounting.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR policies, statutory compliance, and payroll systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS software.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
• Integrity in handling confidential employee and financial data.
• Analytical, process-driven, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, induction, confirmation, and exit formalities.
• Handle employee records, attendance, leave management, and HRMIS data accuracy.
• Prepare and issue HR documents such as appointment, confirmation, warning, and relieving letters.
• Manage monthly payroll processing, salary structure updates, and coordinate with finance for disbursement.
• Ensure statutory compliance with PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Labour Laws, and Shops & Establishment Act.
• Monitor employee discipline, support HR policy implementation, and maintain compliance records.
• Drive employee engagement, grievance handling, and performance management coordination.
• Coordinate training and development programs based on organizational needs.
• Liaise with the Legal team on HR-related matters such as breach of contract or compliance issues.

Skills

HR operations

Payroll processing

Statutory compliance

MS Excel

HRMS software

Communication

Data confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce, HR, or Accounting

MBA in HR preferred

Tools

Payroll software

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Location: Chennai Ambattur Employment Type: Full-Time Experience Required: Minimum 5 Years

Job Title: Core & Payroll HR

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Core & Payroll HR Professional with a solid understanding of end-to-end HR operations and basic accounting functions. The ideal candidate will manage the entire HR lifecycle from recruitment to payroll while ensuring compliance with statutory requirements, maintaining organizational discipline, and supporting accounting activities. This role requires a hands‑on individual who can work independently, maintain accuracy, and uphold process integrity across HR and payroll functions.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Operations

• Manage end-to-end HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, induction, confirmation, and exit formalities.
• Handle employee records, attendance, leave management, and HRMIS data accuracy.
• Prepare and issue HR documents such as appointment, confirmation,- warning, and relieving letters.
• Manage monthly payroll processing, salary structure updates, and coordinate with finance for disbursement.
• Ensure statutory compliance with PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity, Labour Laws, and Shops & Establishment Act.
• Monitor employee discipline, support HR policy implementation, and maintain compliance records.
• Drive employee engagement, grievance handling, and performance management coordination.
• Coordinate training and development programs based on organizational needs.
• Liaise with the Legal team on HR-related matters such as breach of contract or compliance issues.

Preferred candidate profile

Payroll & Accounts Support

• Maintain basic accounting entries including vendor payments, reimbursements, and petty cash.
• Support monthly reconciliations, payroll accounting, and financial statement preparation.
• Assist in GST, TDS, and statutory tax filings in coordination with auditors.
• Manage expense tracking, budgeting support, and cost monitoring.
• Ensure accurate documentation and compliance for all HR and payroll-related financial activities.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Commerce, HR, or Accounting (MBA in HR preferred).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR operations and payroll, with exposure to accounting.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HR policies, statutory compliance, and payroll systems.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS software.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and documentation skills.
• Integrity in handling confidential employee and financial data.
• Analytical, process-driven, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in SME or corporate environments.
• Proven ability to manage HR and Payroll independently.
• Proactive, organized, and detail-oriented approach to operational excellence.
• Strong understanding of compliance management and audit readiness.