Payroll Specialist

99; Região Geográfica Intermediária de São Paulo; On-site; BRL 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

DiDi Global Inc. in Brazil seeks a resilient Payroll Specialist to lead end-to-end payroll for Brazil and SSL countries, ensuring accurate, compliant processing across regions. You will collaborate with a diverse LATAM team and report to the Regional Payroll Manager.

This role demands deep knowledge of local labor laws, tax rules, and social security, plus fluency in Portuguese and English. You will drive data accuracy, resolve discrepancies, and identify efficiency improvements in a fast-paced,

Qualifications

• 7+ years of hands-on payroll experience in Brazil; SSL countries a plus.
• In-depth knowledge of local labor laws, tax regulations, and social security requirements.
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; Spanish proficiency is a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end payroll operations for Brazil and SSL countries.
• Collaborate with a team of payroll specialists and report to the Regional Payroll Manager.
• Ensure 100% accuracy and strict compliance with local statutory legislation and internal controls.
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting records and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Oversee the timely processing and payment of social security, taxes, and statutory deductions.
• Maintain continuous workflows with regional teams, local vendors, and HR/Accounting/Finance.
• Address payroll inquiries and deliver required reports within deadlines.
• Identify process improvements to enhance efficiency and scalability.
• Remain adaptable to ad-hoc payroll duties and operational needs.

Skills

Payroll management

Brazilian tax & labor law knowledge

Cross-country coordination

Fluent Portuguese & English

Education

Background in Business/Accounting/Finance

Job description

About The Company

DiDi Global Inc. is the world’s leading mobility technology platform. It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services.

DiDi Global Inc. is the world’s leading mobility technology platform. It offers a wide range of app-based services across markets including Asia-Pacific, Latin America and Africa, including ride hailing, taxi hailing, chauffeur, hitch and other forms of shared mobility as well as auto solutions, food delivery, intra-city freight, and financial services.

DiDi provides car owners, drivers, and delivery partners with flexible work and income opportunities. It is committed to collaborating with policymakers, the taxi industry, the automobile industry and the communities to solve the world’s transportation, environmental and employment challenges through the use of AI technology and localized smart transportation innovations. DiDi strives to create better life experiences and greater social value, by building a safe, inclusive and sustainable transportation and local services ecosystem for cities of the future.

About The Team/role

We’re seeking a resilient and proactive Payroll Specialist to join our multicultural LATAM Payroll Team. This role is critical in ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations across multiple countries while fostering collaboration across regions. Beyond technical expertise, we value ownership, adaptability, and teamwork in a fast-paced, cross-border environment.

In this role, you'll be...

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for Brazil and SSL countries.
• Work collaboratively alongside a team of experienced payroll specialists and report directly to the Regional Payroll Manager.
• Ensure 100% accuracy and strict compliance with local statutory legislation and internal controls.
• Reconcile payroll data with accounting records and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Oversee the timely processing and payment of social security, taxes, and statutory deductions.
• Maintain continuous, collaborative workflows with the regional IBG Chinese team, local vendors, and internal cross-functional departments (HR, Accounting, Finance).
• Address internal and external payroll inquiries and deliver required reports within established deadlines.
• Identify process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
• Remain adaptable and prepared to manage additional ad-hoc payroll duties and operational requirements as needed.

We're eager to be in touch because you have...

Must-Have

• 7+ years of hands-on payroll experience in Brazil, expertise in SSL countries is a plus;
• In-depth knowledge of local labor laws, tax regulations, and social security requirements;
• Fluent in Portuguese and English; Spanish proficiency is a strong plus;
• Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail;
• Proven ability to manage cross-country payroll operations and third-party providers.

Nice-to-Have

• Background in Business, Accounting, or Finance;
• Familiarity with HR processes and policies.

You’ll love working at DiDi because...

We create user value

We strive to always create valuable experiences for our users in everything we do. Our focus is to always innovate new experiences that are safe, pleasant and efficient.

We are data-driven

We are strong believers in making informed decisions, that’s why we are data-driven. We can better navigate the business landscape strategically by analyzing valuable metrics.

Win-win Collaboration

Success is a team sport. When we work to help our partners and colleagues win, we win, too. While keeping everyone's best interest at heart, we communicate with candor and execute with excellence in all we do.

We believe in integrity

Integrity is at the very core of our business. We are people who always want to do the right thing. Our intentions are sincere, we speak our minds and listen to each other.

Growth

We always strive to do better. That means venturing beyond our comfort zones, learning from our mistakes, and helping each other grow.

Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is one of our biggest strengths. Our differences are what make us distinct. We respect each other and believe in equal opportunities for all.

Diversity is not a vision of the future or something we wish to have one day, it is a non-negotiable value of who we are.

We practice inclusion, plurality, and respect. And we count on the governance of the Diversity Committee, which works together with HR, leadership and identity groups - 99Adapta, 99Afro, 99Cores, 99Mulheres, and 99Mamães. This part of our journey has been written, there remains a long road before us.

We reinforce that this position is open to everyone, including pregnant people and people with disabilities (PwD).