Job Description

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Senior Payroll Associate, Indian Payroll in India.

This role is a key part of a global payroll operations function, responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing for employees under Indian payroll structures. You will manage end-to-end payroll activities while maintaining strict adherence to local labor laws, tax regulations, and internal compliance standards. The position involves working closely with cross-functional teams and supporting employees with payroll-related queries in a fast-paced, fully remote environment. You will also contribute to improving payroll processes and ensuring data accuracy across systems. As a senior individual contributor, you will play a key role in guiding junior team members and strengthening operational excellence. This is an opportunity to work in a global, high-growth organization where precision, ownership, and scalability are essential.

Accountabilities:

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for employees under Indian payroll, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all statutory requirements.
• Maintain, validate, and reconcile employee payroll data, including salaries, attendance, bonuses, and deductions.
• Support Indian payroll tax calculations, filings, and compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations.
• Respond to employee queries related to payroll, resolving issues with accuracy and a service-oriented approach.
• Ensure payroll records are consistently updated and aligned with internal systems and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with HR, finance, and operations teams to ensure seamless payroll execution and data integrity.
• Guide and support junior team members while contributing to process improvements and operational best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in payroll operations, preferably with strong exposure to Indian payroll processes.
• Strong understanding of Indian payroll laws, tax structures, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Hands-on experience with payroll data reconciliation, calculations, and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong attention to detail with high levels of accuracy in handling sensitive data.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to support employees and collaborate across teams.
• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members is a plus.

Benefits:

• Fully remote working environment with flexibility.
• Stock grant opportunities depending on role and eligibility.
• Additional country-specific perks and benefits package.
• Access to global payroll and HR systems at scale.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a fast-scaling international organization.
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture with strong global exposure.
• Learning opportunities in complex, multi-country payroll operations.

How Jobgether works:
We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.
We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether?
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