Payroll Specialist

Key Responsibilities :

A Global Payroll Specialist is responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll processes for Cognitus international workforce. This role ensures that employees across multiple countries are paid accurately, on time, and in compliance with local tax regulations, labour laws, and company policies. The specialist works closely with HR, finance, and external payroll providers to ensure smooth payroll operations, mitigate compliance risks, and maintain payroll records.

The candidate must be experienced in handling payroll for India & US regions mainly.

Global Payroll Processing :

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including but not limited to, data entry, calculations, deductions, and tax filings.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations governing payroll and employee benefits.
• Maintain payroll records, including employee files, tax forms, and payroll reports.
• Respond to payroll-related inquiries from employees, managers, and external stakeholders in a timely and professional manner.
• Coordinate with internal HR and Finance teams to collect and verify payroll data (hours worked, salaries, bonuses, deductions, etc.).
• Partner with external payroll providers to ensure accurate payroll execution.
• Ensure payroll calculations (e.g., taxes, benefits, and other deductions) comply with local regulations in each country.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices in payroll administration
• Ensure confidentiality and security of employee data

Compliance & Reporting :

Vendor Management :

Issue Resolution :

Systems & Process Improvement :

Data Security :

Qualifications :

Skills Required

Compliance, Payroll Processing, Us Payroll, India Payroll, Vendor Management, Hr Operations