Senior Payroll Specialist

We are seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to join our dynamic team. This role is pivotal for ensuring accurate and timely payroll operations across various regions, with a primary focus on Brazil. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach and a deep understanding of payroll processes and regulations to effectively manage and streamline payroll functions.

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Responsibilities

• Support payroll processing tasks performed by the payroll vendor, including generating and providing updates
• Ensure accurate calculation and timely payment of Brazil employer taxes and obligations
• Prepare necessary documentation for both voluntary and involuntary terminations
• Compile and submit periodic reports including monthly, quarterly, and annual submissions to management, local authorities, and other relevant parties
• Address and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees and stakeholders professionally, or escalate as needed
• Maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth operational flow
• Monitor and update payroll records and systems to reflect current employee data and changes
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance payroll processes
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations regarding payroll and employment

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• Minimum of 3 years of experience in payroll management
• Extensive experience in HR & Payroll operations within Brazil, either directly or through a payroll vendor
• Profound knowledge of payroll taxation and compliance issues
• Native proficiency in Portuguese and at least a B1+ level in English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage and resolve a queue of support tickets from employees and stakeholders
• Experience in liaising with authorities and government entities
• Willingness to learn payroll processes and regulations applicable to other LATAM countries
• Proficiency in data analysis using Microsoft Office Suite
• Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering results
• Capability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Organized, participative, and able to work collaboratively within a team
• Open to technical and process improvements

• Experience in a multinational corporation
• Knowledge of taxes, social security, profit-sharing, Electronic Payroll, Finance/Accounting, and Pmovel
• Familiarity with HRIS (Human Resource Information System) platforms and tools