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Kewal M Shah
Payroll Specalist
Hyderabad,TG
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Summary
Payroll Specialist with over 11 years of experience in payroll administration and compliance across multiple geographies. Skilled in managing complex payroll operations, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring accurate payroll processing. Expert in US and global payroll laws, with a proven track record of delivering timely payroll services and enhancing employee experiences
Overview
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Amazon Development Center IndiaHyderabad
Payroll Specialist
10.2020 - Current
Job overview
- Managed IME Payroll and compliance for international assignees (shadow payroll for Expats & STBTs).
- Collaborated with the payroll intake team on establishing a new entity under Project Kuiper, managing Nil returns across multiple countries to ensure accurate tax filing and global compliance.
- Coordinated with vendors to validate gross-ups based on Amazon FX rates and local regulations.
- Ensured accurate and timely payroll processing in collaboration with country-specific payroll teams.
- Collected, verified, and shared Form 673 and other tax documents with Deloitte/PwC.
- Engaged with employees and vendors for documentation, tax exemption forms, and compliance checks.
- Handled country-specific payroll exceptions (e.g., SINK for Sweden, 30% ruling for Netherlands, German Tax ID).
- Conducted regular audits and coordinated re-runs to ensure payroll accuracy.
- Provided critical HR/payroll information to prevent risks and ensure statutory compliance.
- Received promotion from L3 to L4 in October 2023.
ADP (Automatic Data Processing)Hyderabad
Payroll Analyst
12.2014 - 10.2020
Job overview
- Clients Handled: DirectTV, Unilever, Dell EMC, Etrade, Exelis, CDK, Catalent, Unisys, Athletico.
- Processed bi-weekly, weekly, and out-of-sequence US payrolls.
- Resolved W-2, W-2C, tax, and deduction-related employee queries.
- Audited earnings, commissions, terminations, and security reports.
- Managed interface files (Inbound/Outbound), RPDE, KRONOS, and payment validations.
- Handled retroactive pay and salary proration for compensation changes, ensuring accurate payroll adjustments.
- Led internal payroll quality checks and trained new hires on ADP tools (Vantage, EV5).
- Collaborated with clients pre/post-payroll to ensure alignment and accuracy.
- Selected for Vantage Digital Transformation project and created SOPs for Hyderabad clients.
- Promoted from G2 L1 to G2 L2 in August 2020.
Education
Osmania University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
01.2011
Board of Intermediate
Intermediate (C.E.C)
01.2008
State Board
SSC
01.2006
Skills
- Global & US Payroll Administration
- Employee Onboarding & Lifecycle Management
- Timekeeping & US Labor Laws
- ADP Tools: Payforce, EV5, Vantage, BPMS (Savion)
- Shadow Payroll & Tax Compliance
- Reporting, Audits & Analytics
- Vendor & Client Relationship Management
- Content Development & Campaign Management
- Employee Retention, Engagement & Recognition
Accomplishments
- Promoted to L4 in 2023.
- Maintained 100% accuracy in shadow payroll and compliance processes.
- Received multiple accolades including 'Star of the Month' (3x), 'Idea of the Month', and Top Gun Awards (5 consecutive months).
- Led SOP creation for Dell EMC, aiding onboarding and knowledge transfer.
- Reduced service request resolution time from 5 to
- Developed Variance Tool in collaboration with IT to track payroll discrepancies.
Employee Engagement And Leadership
- Led skip-level meetings and L&D programs to address knowledge gaps.
- Conducted celebrations and events to boost employee morale.
- Trained 14 associates on Vantage platform and developed training SOPs.
- Acted as a key liaison between Hyderabad and Pune leadership for project updates.
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Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteHybridRemoteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPaid time offHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leaveStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing401k matchSoftware
Vantage
EV5
EV4
Languages
Hindi
Native language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Interests
Gym
Cricket
Badminton
Timeline
Payroll Specialist
Amazon Development Center India
10.2020 - Current
Payroll Analyst
ADP (Automatic Data Processing)
12.2014 - 10.2020
Osmania University
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com)
Board of Intermediate
Intermediate (C.E.C)
State Board
SSC
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