Senior Payroll Analyst

About the role

We are seeking a detail-oriented India Payroll Analyst to support end-to-end payroll processing for our India workforce. This role is ideal for a mid-level professional with hands-on experience in payroll systems such as Workday and ADP Celergo. The ideal candidate will ensure payroll accuracy, compliance with Indian statutory regulations, and provide support for international payroll operations where needed. Zillow Group is a strategic, mission-driven organization focused on delivering exceptional experiences and measurable outcomes. Our work spans cross-functional partnership, scalable programs and operational excellence in support of Zillow's mission. We bring deep experience working across diverse teams in a dynamic, high-growth environment, balancing strategic thinking with hands-on execution to drive meaningful business impact. We are seeking an experienced professional to support our workforce expansion in India. Process and manage end-to-end India payroll on a monthly basis Ensure compliance with all statutory requirements including PF, ESI, PT, TDS, LWF and labor laws Validate payroll inputs such as new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, and deductions Reconcile payroll reports and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner Partner with HR, Finance, and external vendors to ensure accurate payroll processing Maintain payroll records and documentation in accordance with audit requirements Support year-end activities including tax filings (Form 16, etc.) Assist with payroll audits and respond to internal/external audit queries Generate payroll reports and analytics for stakeholders Support cross-border payroll activities and global payroll projects as needed This role has been categorized as an Office position. "Office" employees regularly work at the Zillow India office for approximately 80 to 100 percent of their time each month. Employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the office. Zillow has not defined a reasonable distance, and expects employees will use judgment in determining this for themselves and understand the implications re: time commitment and cost of daily commute. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role are eligible for incentive compensation subject to applicable laws and relevant Zillow policies. Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.