Description

Job Title: Payroll SME Process Lead - Especialista en Nominas
Location: Mexico City
Department: Payroll

This role will be processing Payroll for several Countries working on as Subject Matter Expert Payroll.
Mandatory:

• Education:Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Experience:Minimum of 5+ years of experience in payroll management, with a strong preference for experience within the USA and Canada.
• Extensive knowledge of payroll processes and regulations in the region
• Strong project management skills.
• Proficiency in payroll software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Proficiency in English is required; proficiency in multiple languages are highly desirable.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in payroll management or related fields

Key responsibilities:
1. End-to-End Payroll Execution

• Own and execute the full payroll cycle from data collection to final lodgement across assigned countries or regions
• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing in compliance with statutory regulations and company policies
• Validate payroll inputs including new hires, terminations, benefits, bonuses, and time & attendance data
• Perform Gross-to-Net (GTN) calculations and reconcile payroll outputs prior to approval

2. Vendor & Platform Coordination

• Act as primary liaison with payroll vendors (e.g., Neeyamo) to ensure service delivery and issue resolution
• Review vendor documentation and system configurations to ensure alignment with local requirements and best practices
• Submit validated inputs via payroll platform and monitor processing timelines
• Track payroll provider performance on both timelines (adherence to the calendar), quality (input correctly processed and compliant payroll calculations), communication (proactive in communicating issues and solution oriented)

3. Testing, Cutover & Go-Live Support

• Support development and execution of test scripts for payroll functionality during system implementations or changes
• Participate in parallel run planning, data validation, and cutover activities to ensure smooth go-live transitions
• Validate data conversion accuracy and support readiness checks for new payroll cycles

4. Approval & Lodgement

• Review payroll GTN reports and prepare spot-check checklists for regional approval
• Coordinate final payroll approval and initiate funding processes with Finance
• Upload final payroll reports and ensure successful lodgement with statutory authorities and financial systems

5. Post-Payroll & Audit Support

• Reconcile payroll accounts and support post-payroll activities including journal entries and financial reporting
• Maintain and update SOX controls and documentation to support internal and external audits
• Ensure payroll records are complete, accurate, and audit-ready.
• Confidentiality, maintain secured communication and protection of PII

6. Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and external vendors to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance
• Address and resolve employee payroll queries and escalations in a timely and professional manner
• Provide subject matter expertise on local and regional payroll nuances and contribute to process improvement initiatives

7. Continuous Improvement & Compliance

• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and enhance operational efficiency
• Stay updated on changes in labor laws, tax regulations, and compliance requirements
• Support documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and training materials