Payroll Specialist 1
▪ Processed new hires, terminations, promotions, transfers, full and final settlements, and other employee status changes in the payroll system to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies by collecting and analyzing information.▪ Managed payroll processing for 2,500+ employees monthly and semi-monthly, ensuring the accuracy of pay, deductions, and compliance with tax laws, statutory benefits (PF, ESIC, LWF, PT), and organizational policies.▪ Managed employee benefit plans such as insurance, provident funds, gratuity, and leave encashment.▪ Led special projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion while solving complex payroll issues.▪ Acted as the point of contact for employee queries related to payroll, deductions, reimbursements, and compensation matters.▪ Coordinated with Finance, HR, Tax, and Payroll Service Partners to ensure seamless data communication.▪ Validated and reviewed employee reimbursement and investment proof documentation.▪ Supported year-end activities, including generating Form 16 for employees and reconciling payroll accounts.▪ Generated and presented monthly MIS reports and dashboards to management.▪ Supported internal and external payroll audits to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.▪ Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), including VLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis.▪ Reconciled monthly benefit statements from vendors to ensure the accuracy of information in the payroll system