Key Responsibilities:-Payroll Processing:-Handle end-to-end payroll processing for 1,500+ workers, including permanent staff, contractual workers, and daily wage staff.Process monthly salaries, overtime, incentives, deductions, arrears, and final settlements.Ensure timely and accurate salary disbursement.Contractor & Labour Payments:-Manage contractor bills, labour payments, and wage reconciliation.Verify attendance, man-days, and rates as per agreements before processing payments.Coordinate with contractors for discrepancies and payment clarifications.Attendance & Data Management:-Collate and validate attendance data from biometric/WMS systems.Maintain accurate payroll records, employee master data, and wage registers.Ensure strong data control and confidentiality.Statutory Compliance:-Handle PF, ESIC, PT, LWF, TDS, and other statutory deductions.Prepare and file statutory returns and ensure timely payments.Coordinate with consultants and government authorities when required.Reporting & MIS:-Prepare payroll MIS, cost reports, variance analysis, and headcount reports.Support audits by providing payroll data, registers, and reconciliation statements.Generate management reports as required.Excel & Systems:-Use advanced Excel (VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, formulas, data validation) for payroll calculations and reporting.Ensure data accuracy while handling large volumes of employee data.Work closely with HR and Finance teams for payroll-related activities.Key Skills & CompetenciesStrong experience in high-volume payroll (1,500+ headcount).Excellent Excel and data management skills.Good understanding of labour laws and statutory compliance.High attention to detail and accuracy.Ability to manage tight deadlines and large data sets.Good coordination and communication skills.