Payroll Specialist- US Payroll

Confidential Hires; Bogotá; On-site; COP 55,800,000 - 66,960,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Food coupons

Commuting bonus

Healthcare insurance

International environment

Job summary

Confidential Hires in Colombia seeks a Payroll Specialist to support U.S. payroll operations for an international organization. You will ensure accurate, timely payments and compliance with regulations and policies.

You will process U.S. payroll, maintain records, handle inquiries, prepare reports for audits, and collaborate with HR and Finance on payroll projects in a global environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (U.S. version) required.
• Experience in U.S. payroll processing and administration.
• Experience with HRIS and ATS platforms; strong Excel skills.
• Proficient in English; able to work with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Process and validate U.S. payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain employee payroll records including changes, deductions, benefits, new hires, terminations and leaves.
• Review payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and address inquiries.
• Prepare payroll reports and documentation for audits and controls.
• Support regular and off-cycle payrolls and final settlements.
• Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to process improvements and payroll projects.

Skills

Payroll processing

Attention to detail

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

HRIS platforms

ATS systems

Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables)

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join an international organization and support U.S. payroll operations, ensuring accurate and timely payments while maintaining compliance with applicable regulations and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and validate U.S. payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain employee payroll records, including compensation changes, deductions, benefits, new hires, terminations, and leave of absence.
• Review payroll data, investigate discrepancies, and resolve payroll-related inquiries.
• Prepare payroll reports and documentation for audits and internal controls.
• Support regular payroll cycles, off-cycle payments, and final settlements.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth payroll operations.
• Contribute to process improvements and payroll-related projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with ADP Workforce Now (U.S. version) – required.
• Experience in U.S. payroll processing and administration.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms and ATS systems.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables.
• Good understanding of payroll processes, data accuracy, and compliance.
• English proficiency (written, spoken, and comprehension).
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and communicate effectively with different stakeholders.

Nice to Have

• Experience with ADP Workforce Now Custom Reporting.
• U.S. multi-state payroll experience, particularly Pennsylvania local taxes.
• Union payroll experience, including CBAs and union-specific deductions.

What We Offer

• Salary range: 5 mill- 6 mill colombian pesos (monthly basis)
• Direct & permanent contract with company
• Food coupons, commuting bonus, healthcare insurance and more
• Opportunity to work in an international environment.
• Exposure to global HR and payroll operations.
• Collaboration with cross-functional teams.