Senior Process Associate – US Payroll

2 days ago

Ambattur Chennai Tamil Nadu, India COGNET Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year
Job Information

Job Opening ID

ZR_79_JOB

Number of Positions

2

Job Opening Status

In-progress

Date Opened

10/17/2025

Industry

BPO

Job Type

Full time

Required Skills

hands-on expertise in man...

Communication Skills

+1

Shift Type

Night

City

Ambattur

State/Province

Tamil Nadu

Country

India

Zip/Postal Code

600058

About Us

Cognet HROis a leading Business Process Outsourcing Services Company providing full range of HR and F&Aservices to US based clients ,With over 17 years of rich experience in Payroll Tax, Benefits S & HR Administration, Finance & Accounting , Sales Support. CogNethas been serving the PEO, ASO, HRO and HR Technology spaces since our inception. We help organizations extend their capabilities through simplified implementation, productivity performance measured to the minute, easy collaboration, and transparent pricing built around real time utilization. Our extensive expertise, data library, and workflow development tools accelerates the client implementation process .We have developed a deep expertise of process and technology in our Services , which allows us to rapidly deliver value to our clients. Cognet has been delivering outsourced solutions to the clients around the Globe.

Job Description
Job Title: Senior Process Associate – US Payroll

Location: Ambattur, Chennai

Experience: 5–8 Years

Department: Payroll / Finance Operations

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Senior Process Associate – US Payroll who has strong hands-on expertise in managing end-to-end US payroll processing. The ideal candidate should possess in-depth knowledge of US payroll regulations, compliance, tax withholdings, and multi-state payroll processing. The role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and a strong commitment to timely and error-free payroll delivery.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Handle end-to-end US payroll processing including data validation, payroll run, reconciliations, and disbursements.
  • Ensure accurate calculation of wages, deductions, bonuses, overtime, and benefits as per federal and state laws.
  • Process and reconcile multi-state payrolls and handle employee tax setups, garnishments, and adjustments.
  • Manage and maintain employee payroll records with high confidentiality and accuracy.
  • Coordinate with internal HR, Finance, and Compliance teams for payroll inputs and issue resolution.
  • Perform pre- and post-payroll audits to ensure compliance with internal controls and statutory regulations.
  • Generate and review payroll reports, journal entries, and accounting reconciliations.
  • Support year-end payroll activities such as W-2 and W-4 processing.
  • Stay updated on changes in US payroll laws and taxation to ensure compliance.
  • Handle queries and issue resolution related to payroll discrepancies in a timely and professional manner.
Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field.
  • 5–8 years of hands-on experience in US payroll processing (end-to-end).
  • Strong knowledge of US payroll laws, including FLSA, FICA, FUTA, and state regulations.
  • Experience working with payroll software (such as ADP, Paycom, UltiPro, or similar platforms).
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and data management.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and meet tight deadlines.

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