Payroll Analyst

Pattern Technologies; Pune District; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pattern Technologies seeks an experienced payroll leader to manage outsourced payroll operations in India. You will coordinate with the vendor, validate inputs, and ensure accurate payouts for a large workforce.

The role demands strong knowledge of Indian payroll laws, tax rules, and statutory filings, with meticulous attention to accuracy and timeliness in daily payroll processing.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Payroll processing

Vendor management

Excel

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Confidential information handling

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's/Master's degree in Finance, HR, or Accounting

Experience with outsourced payroll models

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.

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