Senior Payroll Specialist (US Payroll)

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Role Summary

Suna Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Senior Payroll Specialist to join our India-based team, working onsite to assist the U.S. Payroll Manager with payroll processing activities. This individual will play a key support role in ensuring timely and accurate execution of payroll for U.S.-based employees. The position requires close collaboration with U.S. finance, operations, and compliance teams. Over time, this role offers the opportunity to grow into a leadership or management position, taking on increased responsibility in overseeing payroll operations both in the U.S. and potentially in India.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the U.S. Payroll Manager in full-cycle U.S. payroll processing
• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees, vendors, clients, and internal departments
• Support payroll tax filings and sales tax filings, compliance tracking, and documentation
• Reconcile payroll reports and accounts; prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports
• Provide documentation and data for 401(k), CPA, and bank audits
• Collaborate with U.S. departments to ensure timely approval and processing of timecards
• Recommend and implement process improvements for payroll efficiency and accuracy
• Support future India payroll processing and regional payroll initiatives as the function grows

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of U.S. payroll processing experience
• Familiarity with TempWorks, Excel, and Sage Intacct
• Prior exposure to India payroll processes is a strong plus
• Understanding of U.S. payroll laws and compliance requirements, including: FLSA, multi-state taxation, garnishments, and payroll tax regulations
• Familiarity with Indian statutory components such as EPF, TDS, ESI
• Strong reconciliation and payroll reporting skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Willingness to work: Full U.S. business hours (PST) for 3–6 months during onboarding; Shift to a minimum 4-hour U.S. overlap thereafter

Growth Potential

• Expand their scope across U.S. payroll operations
• Take ownership of India payroll management
• Step into a team leadership or management role within the payroll function

Why Join Suna Solutions?

At Suna, we’re building global infrastructure that supports real-time collaboration and career development. This role provides a chance to grow your skills in international payroll management, contribute meaningfully to core business operations, and develop into a leadership track as the company scales.