Payroll Specialist

Cornerstone Talent Solutions; Colombia; Hybrid; COP 36,000,000 - 60,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation benefits

Health Care

Pension plan

Flexible work environment

Equipment provided

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Payroll Specialist in Colombia to support U.S.-based clients with accurate payroll processing and employee service. The ideal candidate should have 2+ years of experience in payroll, strong knowledge of tax compliance, and advanced Excel skills. This full-time, remote position offers a flexible work environment and necessary equipment is provided.

Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll in the US market.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems.
• Well-spoken bilingual (B2+/C1 English level).

Responsibilities

• Accurately compile, enter, and process payroll data.
• Review payroll entries for accuracy and compliance.
• Create specialized payroll reports and client invoicing.
• Manage employee files and payroll-related changes.
• Monitor time-off accrual systems.

Skills

Payroll processing

Bilingual communication

Tax compliance

Client communication

Advanced Excel skills

Education

2+ years of experience in payroll

PEO industry experience preferred

Tools

ADP

Paychex

Gusto

Job description

Direct message the job poster from Cornerstone Talent Solutions

Recruitment Consultant at Cornerstone Talent Solutions | Recruitment | Human Resources Management | Business Administrator | Bilingual | Leadership

Are you an organized, detail-driven professional with a passion for payroll and compliance? We're looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team and support our U.S.-based clients with accurate, timely payroll processing and top-tier employee service.

As a key part of our HR & Payroll Operations, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring employees are paid correctly and on time while navigating complex payroll regulations and processes.

What we offer:

• Signed Colombian contract directly with Cornerstone (Vacations, Health Care, and Pension provided).
• Monday to Friday. 8-hour shift. Colombian holidays will be free!
• Remote position, with the intention to work using a Hybrid model in the future.
• Flexible and team-oriented work environment.
• Necessary equipment provided.
• Opportunity to work with a US-based company.

What you'll do:

• Process and Distribute Payroll: Accurately compile, enter, and process payroll data, including timesheets, deductions, garnishments, and paychecks per client requirements.
• Ensure Accuracy and Compliance: Review payroll entries for accuracy and ensure compliance with tax laws, wage regulations, and garnishment orders.
• Generate Reports and Invoices: Create specialized payroll reports (e.g., job costing, certified payroll) and accurate client invoicing based on payroll structure.
• Maintain Employee Records: Manage employee files, onboarding documentation, and payroll-related changes such as direct deposit and separations.
• Track and Report Accruals: Monitor time-off accrual systems and provide clients with timely and accurate reports.
• Client Communication: Respond to client inquiries via phone and email, providing payroll support and professionally resolving issues.
• Teamwork and Confidentiality: Collaborate across departments, maintain confidentiality, and support general administrative duties as needed.
• Well-spoken bilingual with a B2+/C1 English level.
• 2+ Years of experience in payroll for the US Market. PEO (Professional Employer Organization) industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems and tax compliance
• Experience with platforms like ADP, Paychex, Gusto, etc.
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables, etc.)

If you're ready to take the next step in your payroll career, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing, Administrative, and Finance

• Industries

  Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting, Staffing and Recruiting, and Human Resources Services

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