ABOUT THE ROLE AND OUR TEAM:
The experienced and impassioned Payroll Specialist (you) will coordinate the administration of payroll processes in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Mexico. You will collaborate with business partners across TKWW to gather payroll inputs, liaise directly with our global payroll processing agency, as well as manage employee inquiries and requests regarding payroll.
Additionally, you will work closely with our Technical Accounting and Tax teams to support month, quarter, and year-end financial closing activities, along with any regulatory reporting and filing requirements for your area. You will work closely with three other Payroll Specialists, and report directly to the Manager of Payroll - International.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Compile, review, and supervise payroll for approximately 150 employees across 6 Latam countries (Argentina, Chile, Peru, Colombia, Mexico y Brasil) Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and internal controls in the payroll process Manage relationships with local payroll providers and government entities Oversee and execute payroll accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness Address and resolve payroll and accounting discrepancies or issues Stay updated on changes in payroll laws and regulations to ensure compliance Collaborate with cross-functional teams in finance, tax, and IT, providing payroll and accounting guidance Support the year-end audit by providing necessary records and documentation Assist the Payroll Manager with month, quarter, and year-end payroll tax payments Process and send reimbursement payments to the Payroll Manager

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES HAVE:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related financial field preferred or equivalent experience Fluent in Spanish and English. High oral and written proficiency in Portuguese is a must Minimum of 2 years of payroll experience in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, and Mexico Experience in managing third-party international payroll providers Solid understanding of accounting concepts Trustworthiness with confidential data Ability to understand internal controls with a strong focus on attention to detail. Experience processing payroll, analytical thinking skills, and issue resolution skills Excellent time management, scheduling, and organizational skills Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced and demanding global environment Excellent written, interpersonal, and verbal communication skills Familiarity with Oracle HCM is a plus