Senior Payroll Specialist

AVI-SPL México; México; Presencial; MXN 600.000 - 900.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

AVI-SPL México is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist, LATAM, to oversee payroll operations across Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Costa Rica for about 300 employees. You will ensure accurate, timely payroll via Deel while complying with country tax, labor, and social security rules.

This role partners with HR, Finance, and external providers and acts as the payroll expert for LATAM. You will monitor regulatory changes, drive process improvements, perform audits, and support annual

Formación

• 4–6 years of payroll experience in LATAM.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Strong knowledge of LATAM payroll compliance and country requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple payroll cycles and deadlines.
• Excellent communication with HR, Finance, and stakeholders.

Responsabilidades

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for LATAM countries through Deel.
• Serve as payroll SME for LATAM and liaise with HR, Finance, and external providers.
• Monitor regulatory changes and implement updates in payroll processes.
• Perform payroll audits and resolve discrepancies prior to funding.
• Maintain payroll documentation and calendars across countries.
• Provide training on payroll processes and country-specific requirements.

Conocimientos

Payroll knowledge

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multitasking

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR/Accounting/Finance

CPP certification

Herramientas

Deel experience

Descripción del empleo

As the Senior Payroll Specialist, Latin America (LATAM), you will be responsible for managing and coordinating payroll operations across Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Costa Rica, supporting approximately 300 employees. This role is accountable for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing through Deel, while maintaining compliance with country-specific payroll, tax, social security, and labor requirements.

Who We Are

AVI-SPL is a digital enablement solutions provider who transforms how people and technology connect to elevate experiences, create new value, and enable organizations to thrive and grow. We are the largest provider of collaboration technology solutions, which include our award-winning managed services.

Our highly certified industry experts and innovation leaders share a vision to help people work smarter and live better. Our success starts with our people; and a workplace that champions culture and belonging ensures we grow and thrive together.

What You’ll Do

As the Senior Payroll Specialist, Latin America (LATAM), you will be responsible for managing and coordinating payroll operations across Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Costa Rica, supporting approximately 300 employees. This role is accountable for ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing through Deel, while maintaining compliance with country-specific payroll, tax, social security, and labor requirements.

The Senior Payroll Specialist will partner closely with Human Resources, Finance, business leaders, external payroll providers, and Deel to ensure seamless payroll operations across the region. This individual will serve as the primary payroll subject matter expert for LATAM, proactively identifying compliance risks, monitoring legislative changes, driving process improvements, and providing exceptional support to employees and stakeholders.

Day-To-Day Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing for Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Costa Rica through Deel, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries from employees, HR, Finance, managers, and external vendors.
• Review and validate payroll data, including new hires, terminations, salary changes, bonuses, commissions, allowances, statutory payments, and other payroll adjustments.
• Ensure compliance with country-specific payroll, tax, labor, social security, and employment regulations across all assigned countries.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll operations and coordinate implementation of required updates within Deel and related processes.
• Perform payroll audits and reconciliations to identify and resolve discrepancies prior to payroll submission and funding.
• Ensure accurate employee set-up, onboarding, offboarding, and payroll-related data maintenance.
• Prepare payroll reports, metrics, and analyses for leadership and support internal and external audit requests.
• Work closely with Deel and third‑party providers to investigate and resolve payroll issues, system defects, and compliance concerns.
• Maintain payroll process documentation, standard operating procedures, and country-specific payroll calendars.
• Support annual compensation processes, including merit increases, bonuses, retroactive payments, and other special payroll activities.
• Validate statutory calculations related to taxes, social security, severance, paid leave, vacation, holiday pay, and other country-specific requirements.
• Facilitate payroll‑related audits by providing records, supporting documentation, and responding to auditor inquiries.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and enhanced controls to improve payroll accuracy and efficiency.
• Conduct periodic reviews of payroll controls and data integrity to ensure compliance and minimize risk.
• Assist with payroll aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and business integrations as needed.
• Provide training and guidance to HR and business stakeholders regarding payroll processes and country-specific requirements.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and payroll information.
• Perform additional tasks, responsibilities, and projects as needed to support the team and organization, ensuring flexibility in adapting to evolving priorities and objectives.

What We’re Looking For

• 4 – 6 years of payroll experience, including responsibility for payroll processing and compliance within Latin America.
• Fluency in Spanish and English.
• Strong knowledge of payroll operations and compliance within one or more LATAM countries.
• Ability to manage multiple payroll cycles, deadlines, and stakeholder requests simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to payroll accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with the ability to work effectively across HR, Finance, and business functions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, global environment while maintaining a high level of customer service and professionalism.

Nice‑To‑Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or equivalent regional payroll certification.
• Experience using Deel or similar global payroll platforms.
• Working knowledge of payroll operations in Mexico, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and Costa Rica.
• Advanced reporting, analytics, and payroll process automation experience
• Experience supporting payroll system implementations or enhancements.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

• Enjoyable and dynamic company culture
• Training and professional development opportunities

More About Us

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or membership in any other group protected by federal, state, or local law.

AVI-SPL reserves the right to alter work hours and work location as necessary. Work hours may vary based on client requirements and may include travel to various locations in support of the account.