Dynamic Payroll Associate with proven expertise at Strada in payroll administration and tax compliance. Recognized for resolving discrepancies and enhancing team efficiency through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Adept at data analysis and financial reporting, ensuring compliance and accuracy in high-volume payroll processing. Committed to maintaining confidentiality and fostering collaborative relationships.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Payroll Associate
Strada
Kochi
10.2023 - 06.2025
Ensured compliance with local, state and federal wage laws by keeping up-to-date on recent legislation that affects payroll policies and procedures.
Partnered with team members to realize target results.
Resolved complaints through calm, clear communication, and effective problem-solving.
Attained service time and quality benchmarks.
Interacted with customers to gain insights into their needs, and provide exceptional service.
Diagnosed issues, evaluated information, and delivered solutions to problems.
Established and nurtured courteous and effective working relationships.
Assumed additional responsibilities to enhance team success.
Executed schedule adherence through exceptional planning and coordination abilities.
Checked payroll to identify discrepancies, and independently resolved variances.
Supported end-to-end payroll for high-volume headcounts, processing accurately and efficiently.
Maintained accurate records of employee pay structures and personal data.
Prepared and processed monthly and bi-weekly payroll documentation for timely disbursement.
Checked payslips and reports to support payroll validation and reconciliation processes.
Handled employee queries regarding pay, tax codes, and deductions, providing clear, informative responses to promote understanding.
Managed maternity, paternity, sick, and holiday pay calculations according to company policies, and statutory requirements.
Monitored payroll queries for repeat issues, logging precisely to enable process improvements.
Handled data relating to additional ad hoc payments for bonuses, commissions, and overtime hours.
Assisted with adjustments to payroll deductions and employee tax information.
Maintained confidentiality of payroll information, upholding strict data protection standards to safeguard employee privacy.
Managed and resolved payroll discrepancies, providing timely corrections to guarantee accurate payments.
Trained new staff members in payroll procedures and the use of payroll software, enhancing team efficiency.
Media Analyst
Wipro
Kochi
03.2021 - 08.2023
Monitored industry news and developments related to media advertising.
Collaborated with other departments to ensure consistency between plans and execution.
Created regular reports to track progress against key performance indicators.
Provided detailed analysis of media performance, including in-depth reporting and insights on the effectiveness of campaigns.
Tracked results from different ad networks, platforms, and devices.
Interpreted complex data sets using a variety of analytics tools.
Developed strategies to optimize media spend across multiple channels.
Determined focus of news by staying on top of local, national and international events.
Gathered information and developed perspectives about news subjects through research, interviews and observation.
Reviewed and evaluated notes taken about news events to isolate pertinent facts and details.
Monitored various media channels, including digital, print, and social media, to track brand mentions and sentiment.
Presented findings to senior management through detailed presentations, influencing decision-making processes.
Dealing with different international news media. Cut and paste news according to the client's needs.
Accountant
Accountant Service Society
Kochi
04.2019 - 04.2020
Managed financial accounts, reconciled bank statements, and monitored cash flow to maintain accurate records.
Managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely settlement of invoices, and maximizing cash flow.
Posted journal and ledger entries, prepared financial statements and reports, and closed books.
Produced monthly and year-end closing statements, financial documents, and invoices.
Updated general, sales, and purchasing ledgers on schedule, and verified information against documentation.
Generated financial statements documenting revenue, expenses, and liabilities.
Completed detailed reviews of accounts and bookkeeping records to verify compliance with standards.
Oversaw payroll operations, ensuring timely and accurate salary payments to all employees.
Analyzed financial data to produce monthly reports, providing insights into company performance for stakeholders.
Calculated, prepared, and filed payroll taxes for clients.
Assisted in the preparation of tax returns by gathering necessary information from clients and maintaining organized files with documents related to taxes.
Maintained up-to-date knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles guidelines.
Education
Post Graduation Diploma - Corporate Accounts And Materials Management
Accountant Service Society
Kochi
03-2019
Bachelor of Arts - B.com With Computer Application
Sacred Heart College
Thevara, Kochi
03-2015
Skills
Payroll administration and payroll processing
Tax compliance and tax expertise
Data analysis
Document preparation
Schedule management and time management
Financial reporting
Effective communication
Problem solving
Interpersonal skills
Detail orientation
Collaboration skills
Analytical skills
Interpersonal and written communication
Proficient in Microsoft applications
Exceptional Microsoft Excel skills
Confidentiality
Calm under pressure
Active listening
Knowledge and experience with SAP tools
Languages
Malayalam
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Payroll Associate
Strada
10.2023 - 06.2025
Media Analyst
Wipro
03.2021 - 08.2023
Accountant
Accountant Service Society
04.2019 - 04.2020
Post Graduation Diploma - Corporate Accounts And Materials Management
Accountant Service Society
Bachelor of Arts - B.com With Computer Application