Locations: Medellín, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Armenia, Cali, Ibagué, Pereira, Manizales
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am6pm EST
English Level: 9.010.0
Education: Accounting experience required; training/development experience is a plus
Work Model: Hybrid (23 days remote after training)
Start Date: June 23, 2025
Our client is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage payroll for 300400 U.S.-based employees. This is a senior-level role within a large organization of over 17,000 employees.
Responsibilities:
Process payroll accurately and on time
Ensure compliance with U.S. payroll tax laws
Use SAP, Paylocity, or ADP for payroll processing
Maintain and update employee payroll records
Reconcile payroll data and resolve discrepancies
Respond to employee payroll inquiries
Generate reports for internal and external use
Collaborate with HR and finance departments
Assist with tax filings and year-end reporting
Handle PTO, garnishments, and reimbursements
Identify and implement process improvements
Qualifications:
35 years of U.S. payroll experience (300+ employees)
Proficiency in SAP, Paylocity, or ADP
Strong understanding of U.S. payroll tax laws
High attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive and analytical mindset
Strong communication and time management skills
Willingness to work overtime as needed
Desirable: Experience in training or development
Desirable: Valid U.S. VISA
This is a great opportunity to join a growing company and make a real impact in payroll operations.