Role Overview
TransUnion is hiring a mid-level Payroll Analyst - India. This is a full-time hybrid role, based in Chennai. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
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What We'll Bring
The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing for employees in India in compliance with statutory regulations and company policies. The role involves payroll data validation, reconciliation, vendor coordination, statutory compliance, audits, reporting, and providing payroll support to employees and HR teams.
What You'll Bring
Key Responsibilities
- Execute end-to-end monthly payroll for India employees with 100% accuracy and adherence to timelines.
- Validate payroll inputs such as new hires, exits, salary revisions, attendance, variable pay, bonuses, overtime, reimbursements, and deductions.
- Perform pre-payroll and post-payroll audit checks to ensure data accuracy.
- Coordinate with internal teams (HR, Finance, HR Operations) to gather necessary payroll data.
- Ensure payroll compliance with India statutory requirements including PF, ESIC, LWF, PT, Income Tax (TDS), Gratuity, and other local regulations.
- Prepare and file statutory returns through relevant portals (EPFO, ESIC, State PT, Income Tax).
- Maintain accurate records for audits such as internal audit, statutory audit, and external compliance checks.
- Support year-end activities including Form 16, investment declaration verification, and annual tax statements.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries.
- Resolve employee queries regarding salary, tax, deductions, reimbursements, and payslips.
- Ensure high standards of confidentiality and data privacy.
- Coordinate with external payroll vendors to ensure accurate and timely processing.
- Support HRIS/payroll system updates, testing, and enhancements.
Impact You'll Make
- Gglobal mobility or expatriate tax reporting
- Prior involvement in processing automation or transformation initiatives
- Knowledge of SOX compliance and internal controls related to payroll
This is a hybrid position and involves regular performance of job responsibilities virtually as well as in-person at an assigned TU office location for a minimum of two days a week.
TransUnion Job Title
Analyst, Payroll
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Payroll Analyst - India position at TransUnion?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to TransUnion. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Is the Payroll Analyst - India role at TransUnion remote or in-office?
This is a hybrid role based in Chennai. Expect a mix of in-office and remote days, with the specific cadence set by the hiring manager.
What does a Payroll Analyst - India at TransUnion earn?
TransUnion has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Payroll Analyst - India role at TransUnion posted?
This role was posted on April 9, 2026 (66 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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