Review and validate the monthly and bi-weekly payroll for 600+ employees in Mexico and ACAC, ensuring accuracy in salary, deduction, and tax calculations.
Maintain and update payroll records, including information on salaries, benefits, deductions, and hours worked.
Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll, providing clarifications on pay slips, deductions, and other related topics.
Collaborate with the finance department to reconcile payroll accounts and prepare related financial reports.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal labor laws and regulations.
Assist in the preparation and submission of tax reports and payroll-related tax filings.
Participate in internal and external audits by providing necessary documentation and reports.
Support end-of-month and end-of-year processes, including issuing individual income and employee tax withholding certificates.
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes and participate in the implementation of automated solutions.
Maintain the confidentiality of employee and company information at all times.
Manage and maintain effective relationships with payroll vendors, ensuring service level agreements are met and addressing any issues or discrepancies in a timely manner.
Demonstrate resiliency by effectively managing and adapting to changes, challenges, and high-pressure situations in the payroll process.
Leverage technology and automation tools to enhance payroll processing efficiency and accuracy,
Stay informed about emerging payroll technologies and trends, and recommend innovative solutions to streamline payroll operations.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:
Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or a related field
Previous Payroll experience managing Andean Countries Payrolls
Strong technical skills and experience with payroll automation tools and technologies
Ability to analyze and optimize payroll processes through the use of technology
Knowledge of payroll software and human resource information systems (HRIS).
Understanding of Colombian and Mexican labor and tax laws and regulations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Meticulous attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and discretion
Proven ability to remain resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced and ever-changing work environments