US Payroll-SME

Cognizant; Chennai District; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cognizant in Chennai is seeking a Payroll Specialist for night shifts with 5 days on-site work. You will execute end-to-end payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and meeting SLA/KPI targets while coordinating with internal teams and client stakeholders.

The role emphasizes strong analytical and communication skills, payroll controls, audits, and willingness to relocate to Chennai for on-site operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with end-to-end payroll processing.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance and audit processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute and support end-to-end payroll processing activities.
• Ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and within defined timelines.
• Perform payroll validations, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Resolve payroll-related queries from employees and stakeholders.
• Support process improvements, documentation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Adhere to compliance requirements and payroll controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Communication

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

Hi Greetings,

Location: Chennai

Shift Timing: Night Shift

Work Mode: 5 Days work from office

• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now payroll platform is mandatory.
• Ability to manage payroll operations with high accuracy, compliance, and adherence to SLA/KPI requirements.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Execute and support end-to-end payroll processing activities.
• Ensure payroll transactions are processed accurately and within defined timelines.
• Perform payroll validations, audits, and reconciliation activities.
• Resolve payroll-related queries and issues from employees and stakeholders.
• Support process improvements, documentation, and knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure seamless payroll operations.
• Adhere to compliance requirements, payroll controls, and audit standards.

Additional Requirements

• Must be willing to work in Night Shift.
• Must be comfortable working in a 100% Work From Office (WFO) setup.
• Must be willing to relocate to or work from Chennai.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in handling multiple country payrolls.
• Knowledge of payroll compliance, taxation, and statutory requirements.
• Exposure to transition, process improvement, and client-facing activities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.