Payroll Analyst I

Astreya; United States; Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Payroll Analyst I to oversee payroll processing for over 400 employees in India. The role demands precision, strong communication skills, and compliance with local labor laws. Ideal candidates will have 2-5 years of payroll experience and proficiency in Excel. Join a collaborative team to ensure timely payroll delivery and support audits.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in payroll processing for India.
• Knowledge of labor laws, statutory benefits, and tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for 400+ employees in India monthly.
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing.
• Resolve employee payroll queries and discrepancies.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree in Accounting

Degree in Finance

Degree in HR

Tools

Excel

Workday

ADP Celergo

Deel

Job description

Our Payroll Analyst I will oversee payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. The role works collaboratively with a team of skilled professionals in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise to maximize efficiency and productivity. The person in this role must be comfortable communicating with employees via email, IM, and phone to address payroll queries, and must maintain the highest level of confidentiality regarding all payroll information.

Scope:

• Applies company policies and procedures to resolve routine issues
• Works on problems of limited scope
• Receives detailed instructions

Your Roles and Responsibilities:

• Process payroll for 400+ employees in India monthly, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations
• Collaborate with the payroll manager to reconcile and audit payroll prior to transmission
• Understand proper taxation of employer-paid benefits
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing, including deductions for taxes, insurance, and retirement plans
• Assist with distributing pay slips and tax forms
• Stay updated on changes to labor laws, tax regulations, and statutory requirements in India
• Resolve employee payroll queries and discrepancies promptly and professionally
• Support the preparation of payroll reports for audits
• Coordinate with HR, benefits, and finance teams for payroll setup related to new hires, terminations, and employment changes
• Assist with year-end processing and income tax filings compliance
• Document payroll processes and procedures
• Provide backup support to other payroll team members as needed
• Collaborate with the finance team on special projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications/Skills:

• 2-5 years of experience in payroll processing for India
• Knowledge of labor laws, statutory benefits, and tax regulations
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication skills for addressing employee concerns professionally
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
• Good organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Excel
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to work under tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree in accounting, finance, HR, or related fields
• Familiarity with Workday, ADP Celergo, and/or Deel

Physical Work Environment:

• Ability to perform office-related tasks, including prolonged sitting or standing
• Ability to move within an office environment
• Proficiency in computer use
• Effective communication skills
• Some positions may require repetitive movements of wrists, hands, or fingers