GP - Senior Payroll Specialist LATAM

Neara; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Multiplier is seeking a Senior Payroll Specialist to lead payroll processing for the Latin America region, focusing on two or more LATAM countries. The role requires strong remote-work experience, excellent communication, and a proactive, self-starting approach to ensure compliant, timely payroll services across borders.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of local labor laws, experience with EOR or in-house payroll operations, and proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese to connect with

Qualifications

• Expertise in one or more Latin American countries with knowledge of local labor laws.
• Proficient in business English for stakeholder communication.
• Experience in remote environments with self-starting accountability.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience with Employee of Record (EOR) or in-house payroll operations.
• Proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese for local teams.
• Leadership to manage payroll across multiple countries and ensure compliance.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to resolve payroll issues.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll processing for the Latin America region, ensuring timely and accurate delivery.
• Provide technical payroll support to local teams including onboarding and compliance.
• Manage multi-country payroll processes with regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Operations for alignment and communication.
• Build relationships with government agencies, vendors and employees.
• Analyze payroll issues and guide local teams to resolution.
• Stay updated on local labor laws and regulatory changes.
• Provide regular reports and insights to leadership on trends and opportunities.

Skills

Latin America payroll

English proficiency

Remote work experience

Communication skills

EOR/payroll knowledge

Spanish/Portuguese

Leadership in payroll

Analytical/problem solving

Job description

About Job

At Multiplier, we are seeking a highly skilled Senior Payroll Specialist to lead payroll processing for our Latin America region. This is a critical role that requires expertise in two or more Latam countries, with a strong focus on delivering timely and accurate payroll services.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of working in remote environments, with exceptional communication skills and a self-starting attitude. Experience in Employee of Record (EOR) or in-house payroll environments is highly desirable. The Senior Payroll Specialist will be responsible for managing payroll processes across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations and laws.

Skills & Qualification

• Expertise in one or more Latin American countries, including knowledge of local labor laws and regulations.

• Proficient in business-level English, with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

• Experience working in a remote environment, with strong self-starter skills and accountability.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with cross-functional teams.

• Experience in Employee of Record (EOR) or in-house payroll environments, with a strong understanding of payroll processes.

• proficiency in Spanish and/or Portuguese, with the ability to communicate effectively with local teams.

• Leadership skills, with the ability to manage payroll processing for multiple countries and ensure compliance with local regulations.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and resolve payroll-related issues.

Responsibilities

• Payroll processing for Latin America region, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of payroll services.

• Provide technical expertise and support to local teams, including payroll processing, compliance, and employee onboarding.

• Manage payroll processes across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations and laws.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, and Operations, to ensure alignment and effective communication.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with local stakeholders, including government agencies, vendors, and employees.

• Analyze and resolve payroll-related issues, providing guidance and support to local teams as needed.

• Stay up-to-date with local labor laws and regulations, ensuring compliance and providing guidance to local teams.

• Provide regular reports and insights to leadership, highlighting payroll-related trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.