Senior Payroll Analyst

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end payroll & FnF processing for India & Middle east, including statutory compliance.
• Support payroll operations for the Middle East region; prior experience is an added advantage.
• Lead monthly pay run reconciliations and ensure timely execution.
• Liaise with outsourced payroll vendors to ensure smooth and compliant payroll delivery.
• Perform Gross-to-Net calculations and reconcile payroll accounts.
• Strong knowledge of Income tax & exemptions.
• Handle incident/ticket management for payroll-related queries.
• Handle and maintain documentation for internal and external audits.
• Ensure adherence to Travelex policies and local regulatory requirements.
• Assist with ad-hoc administrative tasks as required.
• Manage TDS return, Form 16, and investment proof during year-end processes.
• Oversee vendor management for payroll-related services.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of Flexible Benefit Plans (e.g., LTA, Fuel, Driver, NPS, etc.).
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion
• Team player with the ability to work independently when required
• Strong understanding of Indian payroll laws, TDS, and statutory compliance & Labour compliance.

Key Interfaces:

• External & Global Stakeholders
• Finance Teams – for payroll reporting and reconciliation
• HR Managers & Teams – for employee data coordination
• Compliance Teams – to ensure regulatory adherence

Qualifications & Experience:

• Graduate in any discipline.
• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in India payroll operations.
• Proven experience with TDS returns, Form 16, and investment proof submission.
• Familiarity with Workday, ADP, or similar HRIS platforms.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong attention to detail, with an audit-focused and quality-driven mindset.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Willingness to work in flexible shifts.