Payroll Analyst

Pattern; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Pattern in India is seeking a Senior Payroll Leader to manage end-to-end payroll operations, liaise with outsourced vendors, and oversee compliance across tax and statutory matters. The role demands deep expertise in Indian payroll laws and strong vendor management.

Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of payroll experience, including large multi-employee environments (1000–2000 staff), proficiency with payroll software and HRMS, and a track record of accurate payroll processing under tight

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Finance, HR, Accounting, or related field.
• 8+ years payroll experience, incl. 5+ years for 1000–2000 employees.
• Experience with outsourced payroll models.
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws, tax calculations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience using payroll software and HRMS.

Responsibilities

• Act as liaison between company and outsourced payroll vendor to ensure seamless payroll processing.
• Review and validate payroll inputs such as salary revisions, new hires, exits, deductions, incentives, and reimbursements.
• Verify final payroll reports before processing payouts for 100% accuracy.
• Ensure timely payroll execution and salary disbursement.

Skills

Payroll processing

Tax calculations

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Excel

Education

Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Finance/HR/Accounting

Tools

Payroll software

HRMS

Job description

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Management & Vendor Coordination

• Act as the primary liaison between the company and the outsourced payroll vendor to ensure seamless payroll processing.
• Review and validate payroll inputs such as salary revisions, new hires, exits, deductions, incentives, and reimbursements.
• Verify the final payroll reports before processing payouts, ensuring 100% accuracy.
• Ensure timely payroll execution and salary disbursement.

Taxation & Compliance

• Ensure accurate computation and deduction of Income Tax (TDS), Provident Fund (PF), ESI, NPS, Gratuity, and Professional Tax (PT).
• Stay updated with payroll-related laws and ensure compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Handle payroll audits, inspections, and coordinate with regulatory authorities when required.
• Ensure compliance with Maternity Benefits Act, Payment of Wages Act, and Minimum Wages Act.
• Prepare and file periodic statutory reports such as PF, ESI, Employee TDS, and professional tax filings.
• Having experience in processing of Equity would be a plus

Employee Support & Reporting

• Address payroll-related queries from employees and ensure timely resolution.
• Generate payroll reports and analytics for internal stakeholders, including finance and HR teams.
• Assist in budgeting and forecasting payroll expenses.

Key Requirements

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Finance, HR, Accounting, or a related field.
• 8+ years of payroll experience, with at least 5 years handling payroll for 1000-2000 employees.
• Prior experience working with outsourced payroll models.
• Strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws, tax calculations, and statutory compliance.
• Experience in using payroll software and HRMS.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of payroll processing, reconciliation, and tax deductions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in payroll verification.
• Strong vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in Excel and payroll management software.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and handle confidential information with integrity.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.