Payroll Associate with Spanish

Why UKG:

At UKG, the work you do matters. The code you ship, the decisions you make, and the care you show a customer all add up to real impact. Today, tens of millions of workers start and end their days with our workforce operating platform. Helping people get paid, grow in their careers, and shape the future of their industries. That's what we do.

We never stop learning. We never stop challenging the norm. We push for better, and we celebrate the wins along the way. Here, you'll get flexibility that's real, benefits you can count on, and a team that succeeds together. Because at UKG, your work matters-and so do you.

Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Global Payroll Associate to join our growing Global Payroll team supporting clients across the LATAM region.
In this role, you will be responsible for the accurate and timely delivery of payroll services across multiple countries, ensuring compliance with local regulations, tax requirements, and company standards. You will serve as a key operational partner to internal stakeholders, payroll providers, and clients, helping to drive operational excellence and deliver an exceptional payroll experience.

The ideal candidate is analytical, customer-focused, and comfortable taking ownership of payroll processes while continuously identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and compliance.

Shift: 16:00 - 00:30, Monday - Friday

Key Responsibilities
• Independently manage payroll operations for assigned LATAM countries and client portfolios.
• Ensure payrolls are processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with local legislation, tax regulations, and employment laws.
• Review and validate payroll inputs, calculations, outputs, and reconciliations to ensure data integrity and payroll accuracy.
• Analyze payroll variances and investigate complex payroll issues, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries, providing timely and professional support to clients and internal stakeholders.
• Partner with payroll providers and internal teams to resolve operational, compliance, and service delivery issues.
• Monitor payroll processing schedules and ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are consistently achieved.
• Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support audit and compliance activities.
• Stay informed of legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll operations within assigned countries.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and operational efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Escalate risks and compliance concerns appropriately while recommending practical solutions.
• Support knowledge sharing, onboarding, and mentoring of less experienced team members.
• Participate in client implementations, transitions, and process enhancement projects as required.

Qualifications & Experience Required
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Languages, or a related field.
• 1-3 years of experience in payroll, HR operations, finance operations, shared services, or a similar operational environment.
• Fluent Spanish language skills (written and verbal).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to investigate and resolve complex issues independently.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to quality and accuracy.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business productivity tools.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Preferred
• Experience supporting multi-country payroll operations.
• Knowledge of payroll processes, compliance requirements, and statutory regulations.
• Experience working with global clients or international teams.
• Portuguese language skills are an advantage.
• Experience participating in process improvement, implementation, or operational excellence initiatives.

The ideal candidate will be:
• A trusted and dependable payroll professional who takes ownership of outcomes.
• Customer-focused, with a commitment to delivering exceptional service.
• Analytical and solution-oriented when addressing operational challenges.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and managing multiple priorities.
• Proactive in identifying risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborative in working across teams, functions, and cultures.
• Interested in developing deeper expertise in global payroll and compliance.

Why Join Us?
• Build expertise in global payroll operations across the LATAM region.
• Work with international clients and payroll partners.
• Influence process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.
• Collaborate with talented colleagues in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Access opportunities for professional development and career growth within a rapidly expanding organization.

Benefits:
• 25 to 28 days of annual leave;
• Medical coverage provided by Bulstrad for you and your dependents;
• Life, AD&D, Disability & critical illness coverage provided by DZI;
• Meal vouchers provided by Edenred - EUR 95 per month;
• Employee Assistance Programs available 24/7;
• Global Tuition Reimbursement program - up to EUR 3 425 per year;
• Fertility support - up to EUR 6 525 per year;
• Adoption assistance;
• Business travel insurance;
• U choose program - EUR 275 every quarter to be spent on eligible items.

Company Overview:

UKG is the Workforce Operating Platform that puts workforce understanding to work. With the world's largest collection of workforce insights, and people-first AI, our ability to reveal unseen ways to build trust, amplify productivity, and empower talent, is unmatched. It's this expertise that equips our customers with the intelligence to solve any challenge in any industry - because great organizations know their workforce is their competitive edge. Learn more at ukg.com.

UKG is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace, including the recruitment process.

Disability Accommodation in the Application and Interview Process

For individuals with disabilities that need additional assistance at any point in the application and interview process, please email UKGCareers@ukg.com

The pay range for this position is €14,400 to €19,450 gross per year. The actual base pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge and work location. In addition to base pay, employees may be eligible to participate in a performance-based bonus plan and to receive restricted stock unit awards as part of total compensation. Learn more about UKG's benefits and rewards at https://www.ukg.com/about-us/careers/benefits