Payroll Specialist

Cornerstone Talent Solutions; Colombia; Híbrido; COP 36.000.000 - 60.000.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Vacation benefits

Health Care

Pension plan

Flexible work environment

Equipment provided

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

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

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

Payroll processing

Bilingual communication

Tax compliance

Client communication

Advanced Excel skills

Educación

2+ years of experience in payroll

PEO industry experience preferred

Herramientas

ADP

Paychex

Gusto

Descripción del empleo

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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