Job Type: Full-time

This job is with Entain, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.Entain India is the engineering and delivery powerhouse for Entain, one of the world's leading global sports and gaming groups. Established in Hyderabad in 2001, we've grown from a small tech hub into a agile force, delivering the latest software solutions and support services that power billions of transactions for millions of users worldwide.Our focus at scale drives us to create technology that supports Entain's mission to lead the change in global sports and gaming sector. At Entain India, we make the impossible possible, together.Role PurposeThe Payroll Finance Analyst contributes in supporting the financial governance, integrity, and reporting of UK and other Global Payroll operations. Working with the Global Payroll Compliance Manager, you will ensure accurate payroll-related accounting, supports audit and compliance activities, and guides process improvements across payroll finance operations.You will combine payroll expertise with financial analysis, requiring capability, and partner collaboration.ResponsibilitiesPayroll Financial AccountingReview balance sheet reconciliations prepared by Finance Services for payroll-related accounts, ensuring accuracy and resolution of discrepanciesCreate and post payroll journals following financial control frameworks and deadlinesInvestigate and resolve variances between payroll outputs and financial recordsEmployee Debt & AdjustmentsManage employee debt recovery balances, ensuring appropriate accounting treatmentProcess and monitor necessary balance sheet adjustments related to payroll corrections, overpayments,



and recoveriesAccounts Payable & Expense SupportProcess and manage departmental payroll-related invoices, ensuring approval and accurate codingCommunicate with Finance and Accounts Payable teams and external payroll providers to resolve invoice queriesPayroll ReportingProduce regular and ad hoc payroll financial reports, including cost analysis, variance reporting, and statutory reporting insightsSupport partners with payroll cost data and analysis to inform decision-makingAudit & Compliance SupportProvide administrative support for payroll audits (internal and external)Maintain documentation and audit trails following compliance requirements.Support adherence to UK payroll legislation and internal financial controlsProcess Improvement & AIImplement process improvement and AI opportunities across payroll finance activitiesSupport automation, standardisation, and efficiency plans to enhance control and reduce manual effortCollaborate with wider payroll, finance, and HR teams on continuous improvement projectsQualificationsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree or M.Com or MBA (Finance). in Commerce, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.3+ years of experience in Finance, Accounting, Payroll Finance, R2R, General Ledger, or Shared Services responsibilities.Experience in balance sheet reconciliations, journal entries, month-end close activities,



and financial reporting.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial data analysis.Part-qualified or pursuing a professional finance qualification such as CA, CMA, ACCA, or CIMA.Experience in payroll accounting or payroll operations.Exposure to ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Workday, or similar finance platforms.Experience supporting audits, compliance activities, and process improvement projects.Additional InformationAt Entain India, we offer a package and the support people need to make an impact. Join us, and a great compensation package is just the beginning. You can expect to receive benefits like:Safe home pickup and home drop.A regular bonus and great pension.24 days annual leave.Extra paid leave, including wellbeing and development days.Life assurance and Income Protection.Private healthcare and wellbeing support.INR 3,000 per month Communication allowance.Up to INR 16,000 per year in Crèche expenses (children under 3).Equal Opportunities.If you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us and we'll support you.We're committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and able to be themselves.We're an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from everyone and we do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender or gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marriage/civil partnership, or any other basis.We comply with all applicable recruitment regulations and employment laws in the jurisdictions where we operate, ensuring ethical and compliant hiring practices globally.

📌 Payroll Finance Analyst (Telangana)
🏢 Entain
📍 Telangana