Payroll Executive – International Operations (WFO, Kolkata)

If you are seeking rewarding payroll jobs in Kolkata and looking to build a career in international payroll operations within a structured shared services environment, this role offers hands-on exposure to end-to-end payroll processing, statutory compliance, and cross-functional coordination. Fusion CX is hiring a Payroll Executive in Kolkata to support international payroll delivery, working closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant payroll execution.

Job Descriptions:

Job Summary

The Payroll Executive is responsible for end-to-end payroll processing for international operations, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll delivery in line with applicable federal, state, local, and regional regulations. The role requires strong payroll compliance knowledge, hands-on system experience, and close coordination with HR, Finance, and external vendors to maintain payroll accuracy and statutory adherence across regions.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing (weekly and bi-weekly) for salaried and hourly employees
• Ensure accurate calculation of wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive payments
• Validate payroll inputs, including new hires, terminations, promotions, and compensation changes
• Process off-cycle payrolls, adjustments, and corrections as required

Compliance & Statutory Requirements

• Ensure compliance with applicable international payroll laws, including federal, state, and local regulations where relevant
• Manage payroll tax filings and statutory submissions across regions, including multi-state payroll requirements
• Handle year-end payroll activities including W-2, W-3, 1099 processing, and other statutory forms
• Stay updated on regulatory changes impacting international payroll operations and tax compliance

Time & Attendance Management

• Review and reconcile employee time and attendance records
• Coordinate with managers to resolve discrepancies in time reporting
• Ensure accurate application of PTO, sick leave, FMLA, and other statutory or company-defined leave policies

Deductions & Benefits

• Administer payroll-related deductions, including health insurance, retirement plans, 401(k), garnishments, and voluntary deductions
• Ensure accurate setup, maintenance, and reconciliation of benefit plans within payroll systems
• Coordinate with HR teams for enrollments, changes, and employee exits

Reporting & Reconciliation

• Prepare payroll reports for management, finance, audits, and statutory review
• Reconcile payroll registers, tax filings, statutory reports, and general ledger entries
• Support internal and external audits by providing accurate payroll documentation and analysis

Systems & Tools

• Maintain and update payroll systems and employee payroll records
• Work with international payroll platforms such as ADP, Ceridian, or similar systems
• Support payroll system upgrades, testing, and continuous process improvement initiatives

Employee Support

• Address employee payroll queries related to pay, taxes, deductions, and benefits
• Resolve payroll discrepancies in a timely, confidential, and professional manner
• Provide guidance to employees on payroll policies, procedures, and timelines

Job Requirements:

Education

• Graduation from a recognized institution

Experience

• 1–5 years of experience in international payroll processing
• Exposure to multi-state and multi-region payroll operations preferred
• Experience handling large employee populations is an advantage

Skills & Competencies

• Strong working knowledge of international payroll regulations and tax frameworks
• Hands-on experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Ceridian, or similar platforms
• Proficiency in MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables preferred)
• Close attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity
• Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
• Ability to manage confidential payroll data with discretion
• Clear communication skills and effective cross-functional coordination

Work Environment

• Work From Office (WFO)
• Location: Kolkata
• May require alignment with international payroll schedules
• Additional hours may be required during payroll cycles and year-end processing

Why Join Fusion CX?

Fusion CX offers payroll professionals a stable, compliance-focused environment where accuracy and accountability matter. This payroll executive role provides hands-on exposure to international payroll operations, enterprise systems, and structured processes supported by experienced HR and finance teams. For professionals looking for payroll job vacancies in Kolkata and who value precision, ownership, and long-term growth, Fusion CX offers a reliable platform to build depth and continuity in payroll and compliance careers.