Payroll Specialist

Who We Are:

Headquartered in New York City, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. is a leading developer, publisher, and marketer of interactive entertainment for consumers around the globe. The Company develops and publishes products principally through Rockstar Games, 2K, Private Division, and Zynga. Our products are currently designed for console gaming systems, PC, and Mobile, including smartphones and tablets, and are delivered through physical retail, digital download, online platforms, and cloud streaming services. The Company’s common stock is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the symbol TTWO.

While our offices (physical and virtual) are casual and inviting, we are deeply committed to our core tenets of creativity, innovation and efficiency, and individual and team development opportunities. Our industry and business are continually evolving and fast-paced, providing numerous opportunities to learn and hone your skills. We work hard, but we also like to have fun, and believe that we provide a great place to come to work each day to pursue your passions.

The Challenge

We are seeking a driven, goal-oriented, self-motivated, high energy and hardworking individual to join our team. Duties will include supporting the Payroll Manager on full cycle monthly payroll for 600+ employees. Work with the payroll vendor to ensure a smooth and timely process. In addition, this position will work closely with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll processes.

What You’ll Take On

• Support the payroll function by performing the calculation, and entering of data to ensure accurate, timely and proper controlled payments to employees.

• Partner closely with payroll vendor and perform due checks and balances across the entire lifecycle of the payroll process to ensure accuracy (payroll input from Workday to vendor, as well as review the Pay register generated by Payroll vendor, through the processing of payroll via payment uploads)

• Ensure the organization complies with the income and social tax withholding requirements by becoming familiar with existing and new legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.

• Ensure all tax forms are prepared accurately and all tax submissions, statutory reports, and payments are executed in a timely manner.

• Perform reconciliations for quarter end and year-end tax filings and accounting reconciliation of payroll records to the general ledger and monthly payroll related journal entries.

• Collaborate with other departments and locations in the resolution of payroll problems.

• Monitor Payroll inbox and reply to payroll-related inquiries from employees.

• Facilitate and perform regular payroll audits and prepare supporting schedules for external and internal auditors.

• Maintain SOX policies, procedures and compliance with respect to the payroll process.

• Lead and participate in special projects as necessary.

• Assist with payroll related internal communications.

What You Bring

• 3- 5 years of experience in payroll preparation and processing.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited college/university

• In-depth India Payroll knowledge is needed.

• Knowledge of global payroll is an added advantage.

• Must be able to thrive in a fast-paced environment and complete day-to-day tasks as well as larger projects with minimal supervision.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise utmost discretion.

• Experience performing account reconciliations, researching variances, and recommending/performing proper remediation steps.

• Excellent problem solving/judgment skills, and high level of attention to detail and accuracy.

• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and meet all deadlines.

• Strong computer skills, including strong proficiency in Excel

• A committed teammate, detail oriented and an effective communicator.

What We Offer You:

• Great Company Culture. We pride ourselves as being one of the most creative and innovative places to work, creativity, innovation, efficiency, diversity and philanthropy are among the core tenets of our organization and are integral drivers of our continued success.

• Growth: As a global entertainment company, we pride ourselves on creating environments where employees are encouraged to be themselves, inquisitive, collaborative and to grow within and around the company.

• Work Hard, Enjoy Life. Our employees’ bond, blow-off steam, and flex some creative muscles – through our Office gaming spaces, company parties, game release events, monthly socials, and team challenges.

• Benefits. Benefits include, but are not limited to; Discretionary bonus, Provident fund contributions, 1+5 medical insurance + top up options and access to Practo online Doctor consultation App, Employee assistance program, 3X CTC Life Assurance, 3X CTC Personal accident insurance, childcare services, 20 days holiday + statutory holidays,

• Perks. Gym reimbursement up to INR1150 per month, charitable giving program, access to learning platforms, gaming events.

Please be aware that Take-Two does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram, WhatsApp, or others. Take-Two also does not engage in any financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process, and the Company will never ask a candidate for their personal or financial information over an app or other unofficial chat channel. Any attempt to do so may be the result of a scam or phishing exercise. Take-Two’s in-house recruitment team will only contact individuals through their official Company email addresses (i.e., via a take2games.com email domain). If you need to report an issue or otherwise have questions, please contact Careers@take2games.com.*

As an equal opportunity employer, Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (“Take-Two”) is committed to fostering and celebrating the diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds of its talent, partners, and communities throughout its organization. Consistent with this commitment, Take-Two does not discriminate or retaliate against any employee or job applicant because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, and genetic information (including family medical history), or on the basis of any other trait protected by applicable law. If you need to report a concern or have questions regarding Take-Two’s equal opportunity commitment, please contact Careers@take2games.com.