Payroll Specialist, LAM

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An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Payroll Specialist, LAM!! Location: Sao Paulo, Brazil Job ID: 50555 As the local payroll expert, you will oversee end-to-end payroll operations, partnering closely with ADP, external accounting providers, Finance, Accounting, HR, and U.S. payroll teams to deliver accurate, compliant, and timely payroll services. Beyond payroll processing, you'll serve as a trusted advisor on payroll, tax, labor, and union-related matters, helping employees and stakeholders navigate complex requirements with confidence. This is an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys building strong relationships, driving process excellence, and making a meaningful impact on both employee experience and business operations in a fast-paced, global environment. Who are we? HID powers the trusted identities of the world’s people, places, and things, allowing people to transact safely, work productively and travel freely. We are a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, with over 4,500 worldwide employees. Check us out here: and As our Payroll Specialist, LAM, you’ll support HID’s success by: Managing the payroll confection, monthly, for HID LAM. Supporting all payroll related processes such as reports, accruals, taxes, and database management. Offering local support for Brazil and Argentina employees in payroll, union and labor matters. Supporting payroll audits, when required. Running payroll taxes calculations according to Brazil & Argentina requirements. Maintaining a high-level relationship with ADP as payroll provider and with external accounting services. Controlling all the salaries information prepare by ADP – Key for Payroll Monthly process. Acting as the local payroll responsible person and maintaining a strong connection with USA payroll department. Resolving employees’ questions and account issues when related to payroll, labor laws, union requirements and taxes matters. Maintaining a strong partnership with Finance & Accounting team to clarify processes and determine the type of analysis and reconciliations that need to be done on a monthly basis. Analyzing and reconciling payroll accounts monthly, partnering with Finance to support accurate financial reporting and payroll compliance. Building and maintaining partnerships with parent company payroll teams in Latin American countries where employees are hosted, including but not limited to Colombia and Mexico. Performing all other tasks as directed by Management. Your Experience and Background include: A relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration and 3-5 years of payroll experience, or equivalent combination of the two. Proficient user in ADP payroll software and platforms. Experience with Oracle ERP or similar. Strong knowledge in labor and union matters. Strong knowledge of payroll accounting and accruals. Strong attention to detail. Ability to write and speak in English. Proficient written and verbal communication skills. Proficient math skills. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to take ownership of multiple tasks, while working with deadlines. Ability to work independently, resolve issues proactively, and escalate matters to management appropriately when needed. Ability to effectively communicate and coordinate with cross functional teams and external vendors. Ability to work with regional supervision. Ability to work in a collaborative space. Proficient in MS Office applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. with advanced Excel skills strongly desired. Advanced accounting degree is preferred. Written and Verbal Spanish language skills strongly desired. Regional payroll certifications strongly desired. What we can offer you: Competitive salary and rewards package Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential To be a part of a global organization that is pioneering the hardware, software and services that allow people to confidently navigate the physical and digital worlds Why apply? Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise. We welcome an opportunity to meet you and learn about your unique talents, skills, and experiences. You don’t need to check all the boxes. If you have most of the skills and experience, we want you to apply. Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive change. You'll have opportunities to share insights and contribute forward-thinking ideas that shape future outcomes. Integrity: You are results-orientated, reliable, and straightforward and value being treated accordingly. We want all our employees to be themselves, to feel appreciated and accepted. HID does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services. We are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. HID is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects the global communities we serve. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic. Our goal is to create a workplace that empowers everyone to thrive and be their authentic selves, fostering an environment of mutual respect and inclusivity. If you have a disability and require assistance or accommodation to participate in the application process or to perform essential job functions, please contact . Immigration Sponsorship Not Available Applicants for this position must be currently and legally authorized to reside and work in the hiring country. HID Global will not offer immigration sponsorship or assume sponsorship of an employment visa for this position. International relocation or remote work arrangements outside of the hiring country will not be considered. Our Talent Acquisition team may use an AI-powered screening tool to support their initial review of your application. The tool analyzes resume content such as qualifications, skills, and experience to help recruiters assess applications against role requirements. It does not score, rank, filter, or make any decisions about your application. All hiring decisions are made by people following their own review of your full application. Information processed by the tool is deleted once the recruiter's review is complete. If you believe the tool has not accurately represented your application, you can request direct human review by contacting with the subject line "Application Review Request" and the role you applied for. We make it easier for people to get where they want to go! On an average day, think of how many times you tap, twist, tag, push or swipe to get access, find information, connect with others or track something. HID technology is behind billions of interactions, in more than 100 countries. We help you create a verified, trusted identity that can get you where you need to go – without having to think about it. When you join our HID team, you’ll also be part of the ASSA ABLOY Group, the global leader in access solutions. You’ll have 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences. #LI-HIDGlobal