Payroll Executive

Drishti IAS; Delhi; On-site; INR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Drishti IAS in Delhi is seeking an experienced HR Payroll Executive to manage end-to-end payroll processing, statutory compliance, employee records, and HR operations. The role requires strong hands-on experience in PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, gratuity, and HRMS/payroll systems.

The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of hands-on payroll experience, strong Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP), and the ability to coordinate with Finance, auditors, and statutory authorities. Keka experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in HR, Finance, Commerce, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on payroll and HR operations experience.
• Strong knowledge of PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, Gratuity, LWF, and payroll compliance.
• Experience with HRMS/payroll software; Keka experience is a plus.
• Strong MS Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP) and payroll reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of salary, attendance, leaves, deductions, incentives, arrears, and settlements.
• Handle statutory compliances: PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, Labour Welfare Fund, Gratuity.
• Prepare payroll reports, salary registers, bank statements, and MIS.
• Address payroll queries and resolve discrepancies, maintain records in HRMS.
• Coordinate with Finance/Accounts for salary processing and statutory payments.
• Support payroll audits and maintain payroll documentation.
• Manage onboarding and exit payroll activities including F&F settlements.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and statutory timelines.
• Prepare HR/payroll MIS and management reports; liaise with external consultants.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Excel skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Finance/Commerce

Tools

HRMS/payroll software

Keka

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced HR Payroll Executive to manage end-to-end payroll processing, statutory compliance, employee records, and HR operations. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in payroll, PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, gratuity, and HRMS/payroll systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll processing for employees.
• Ensure accurate calculation of salary, attendance, leaves, deductions, incentives, arrears, and full & final settlements.
• Manage statutory compliances including PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, TDS, Labour Welfare Fund, and Gratuity.
• Prepare and verify monthly payroll reports, salary registers, bank statements, and MIS.
• Handle employee salary-related queries and resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Manage employee data, attendance, leave, and payroll inputs in HRMS.
• Coordinate with Finance/Accounts for salary processing and statutory payments.
• Support payroll audits and maintain accurate payroll documentation.
• Manage onboarding and exit-related payroll activities, including F&F settlements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory timelines.
• Prepare HR/payroll MIS and management reports as required.
• Coordinate with external consultants, auditors, and statutory authorities when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and security of employee payroll information.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Graduate degree in HR, Finance, Commerce, or a related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in payroll and HR operations.
• Strong knowledge of PF, ESIC, PT, TDS, Gratuity, LWF, and payroll compliance.
• Experience with HRMS/payroll software; Keka experience will be an added advantage.
• Strong command of MS Excel, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and payroll reconciliation.
• Good analytical, numerical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain payroll accuracy.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Candidate

Candidates from EdTech, Education, Retail, or other mid-to-large workforce organizations with experience handling high-volume payroll will be preferred.