Payroll Benefits Administrator

Payroll Benefits Specialist (US Payroll & Benefits) – Bangalore | Night Shift (6 PM – 3 AM IST)

Are you passionate about precision and employee experience? We’re looking for a Payroll Benefits Specialist with 3–5 years of hands-on experience in US Payroll and Benefits administration to join our dynamic team in Bangalore .

This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a role where Benefits administration would be 60% of the role , supporting our US employee base during the 6 PM to 3 AM IST shift .

Job Description:

The Payroll and Benefits Coordinator supports accurate and timely payroll processing for our US based employees and administers employee benefit transactions across the employee lifecycle. This role manages high-volume data changes, ensures compliance with payroll and benefits regulations, coordinates with vendors and internal partners, and provides responsive employee support. The position plays a critical role in maintaining data integrity, improving operational efficiency, and delivering a positive employee experience

Key Responsibilities:

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule, including validation of employee data, deductions, and adjustments.
• Ability to apply payroll principles and procedures related to state and federal labor laws to appropriately calculate pay
• Versed in all aspects of multi-state pay practices and multi-state labor laws applying knowledge of wage taxation to effectively compute appropriate tax withholding for regular and supplemental pay calculations.
• Applies knowledge of wage garnishment processing and laws associated with the different types of wage withholding orders received including research and resolution.
• Support benefits administration, including enrollments, changes, and terminations.
• Ensure accurate data entry and audits across HRIS, payroll, and benefits systems
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding health, welfare, retirement, and leave benefits
• Coordinate with vendors to resolve eligibility, billing, and coverage issues
• Maintain benefits documentation and ensure compliance with plan rules and regulations
• Maintain employee records and ensure compliance with internal policies and statutory requirements.
• Reconcile payroll and benefit reports; assist with audits and compliance filings.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, tax withholdings, and benefit coverage.
• Coordinate with HR, Finance, and third-party vendors to resolve discrepancies.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and system testing for new implementations or updates.
• Support year-end activities such as W-2/Tax filings and benefits renewals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in HR, Accounting, or related field preferred.

3–5 years of experience in In-house US payroll and/or benefits operations.

Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., ADP , Kronos, etc.) and MS Excel.

Understanding of statutory requirements (tax, social security, benefits regulations).

Excellent attention to detail, confidentiality, and organizational skills.