Payroll Specialist

Job Overview

The Payroll Specialist will handle complete payroll cycles including weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly runs for all employees. The role involves managing critical employee data such as hours worked, tax information, and benefits deductions within payroll systems. The candidate must ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax laws as well as labor regulations, maintaining precise payroll records and conducting regular audits for accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform payroll runs for different cycles including weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly.
• Maintain and update employee data related to hours, taxes, and benefits in payroll software.
• Keep current with applicable tax laws and employment regulations to ensure compliance.
• Audit payroll entries to guarantee accuracy and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Respond to employee inquiries about their paychecks, deductions, and leave balances with clarity and confidentiality.
• Investigate payroll-related issues and provide accurate solutions.
• Prepare detailed payroll reports for management review.

Candidate Requirements

• Must possess a degree in any stream.
• 5 to 7 years of demonstrated experience in payroll processing specifically using GreytHR software.
• Strong attention to detail along with excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Self-motivated with the capacity to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
• High ethical standards with a strong sense of integrity and confidentiality.

Work Conditions and Benefits

• Work schedule includes a 5.5-day week with Saturdays being half days.
• Position requires working from the office located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
• There is a promising opportunity for career growth within the organization.