About Us
Cognet HRO is a leading Business Process Outsourcing Services Company providing full range of
HR and F&A services to
US based clients ,With over 17 years of rich experience in
Payroll Tax, Benefits S & HR Administration, Finance & Accounting , Sales Support.
CogNet has 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: Team Lead US Payroll
Experience: 910 Years
Location: Ambattur, Chennai
Work Mode: Work from Office (No Hybrid / No Remote)
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented
Team Lead US Payroll to manage end-to-end payroll operations and lead a team of payroll associates. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in US payroll processing, team management, and stakeholder communication.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end US payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
- Lead and supervise a team of 58 payroll associates, including task allocation, performance monitoring, and mentoring.
- Review payroll inputs, calculations, deductions, and final outputs before processing.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws and company policies.
- Handle payroll queries, escalations, and provide timely resolution.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders (HR, Finance, Compliance teams) and external vendors if required.
- Prepare and review payroll reports, reconciliations, and audit documentation.
- Drive process improvements and ensure adherence to SLAs and timelines.
- Support audits and ensure proper documentation and controls are maintained.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 910 years of experience in US payroll, with strong end-to-end process knowledge.
- Proven experience in team handling and leadership.
- Strong understanding of payroll systems, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail and strong analytical abilities.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
Shift Details
(Shift will rotate on a monthly basis)
- Must be open to rotational shifts:
- Day Shift: 6:30 AM 3:30 PM
- Night Shift: 9:30 PM 6:30 AM
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