Payroll Specialist - Colombia

About the Role

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Specialist to manage payroll processing for our clients across the U.S. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience managing U.S. payroll, preferably using Gusto, Justworks, and Rippling. This role requires expertise in payroll compliance, tax regulations, and multi-state payroll processing within a variety of industries and comfortable working with start ups..

Key Responsibilities

• Process end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Manage payroll through platforms such as Gusto, Justworks, and Rippling.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, including wages, deductions, benefits, and tax filings.
• Ensure timely processing of payroll taxes and reporting requirements.
• Handle payroll audits and compliance reviews to align with financial industry standards.
• Address and resolve employee payroll inquiries with professionalism and accuracy.
• Collaborate with HR and finance teams to streamline payroll processes.
• Stay current with evolving payroll laws, tax requirements, and industry best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• 2-4 years of experience in U.S. payroll processing, preferably within the financial services industry.
• Proficiency in Gusto, Justworks, and Rippling is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of payroll tax regulations, compliance, and multi-state payroll processing.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work independently.
• Experience handling payroll for a regulated industry is a plus.