Payroll Specialist - Trax Retail

This position is fully remote and available ONLY for applicants living in Mexico and Central America, including Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, and Panama.

• Please submit your resume in ENGLISH. Resumes received in other languages will NOT   be evaluated.
• JOB DESCRIPTION : The Payroll Specialist aids with and facilitates the Human Resource processes for the Americas region. This role will report to the Sr. Global Payroll Manager and provide global, simple, well-functioning processes with employee experience in heart and be responsible to deliver consistent and high-standard HR services to the business. The Payroll Specialist will be in charge of implementing payroll best practices to improve efficiency and consult with the Sr. Global Payroll Manager to enhance payroll and HRIS processes. Additionally, you will serve as the first point-of-contact for payroll and benefit inquiries within the Americas region, and will have to ensure timely communication of changes to payroll policies, systems, and regulations. RESPONSIBILITIES :
• Executing accurate and timely weekly, bi-weekly, and semi-monthly payroll schedules in the US, Canada, and LATAM.
• Benefit administration to include enrollments, inquiry resolution, changes, and reconciliation of invoices for payments.
• Ensure the time and attendance policy, and paid leave policy are applied properly for all employees.
• Ensure payroll database reflects current and accurate information
• Calculate termination payments in compliance with federal and state laws; calculate adjustments, special pays, retroactive payments, and overpayment of wages
• Reconcile timecard adjustments.
• Prepare reports and payments including, but not limited to ORP, TRS, ERS and other entities.
• Ensure the timely production and distribution of W2s.
• Process and audit tax and direct deposit information.
• Recurring audit / reconciliation to ensure all payroll deductions and benefit enrollments are accurate.
• Quarterly and Year End Audits (Benefits, Payroll, Workers Comp, 401k).
• Respond to employee inquiries related to payroll and benefits deductions in a timely and professional manner.
• Partner with managers cross-functionally to streamline the approval of hours, improve payroll cycle time, and reduce errors.
• Partner with Finance and HR to develop and maintain standard reports for various operational analyses and compliance requirements.
• Evaluate, develop, recommend, and implement payroll policies, processes, and system enhancements designed to improve business processes within the department.
• Establish internal controls to ensure the integrity of personnel and payroll data in all internal and external systems. SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS : Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field is required. Minimum 3 years of related experience Thorough knowledge of local employment-related laws and regulations. (USA knowledge preferred) Strong understanding of accounting principles, payroll taxes and government payroll regulations Knowledge of various deductions and tax treatments Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and database software Excellent organizational and communication skills Self-starter, proactive, highly motivated and a team player Fully fluent in English ABOUT TRAX RETAIL TRAX Retail was founded in 2010. It provides technology and services that digitize, analyze, and optimize the retail industry. Their proprietary computer vision, machine learning, and platform, enhanced by the Artificial Intelligence technology, turn everyday shelf images into real-time, actionable insights that the customers leverage to optimize their in-store execution strategy and product availability. CPG companies and retailers use TRAX Retail dynamic merchandising, in-store execution, market measurement, analytics, and shelf-monitoring solutions at scale to drive positive shopper experiences and unlock revenue opportunities at all points of sale. The company also provides on-demand labor resources to the customers. TRAX customers include some of the world’s largest and well-known brands, like Coca-Cola, Nestle, Unilever, P&G, and Heineken, as well as innovative retailers like Best Buy, Sam’s Club, or Walmart. The company is well-funded, and their private equity investors include BlackRock, SoftWorks, and Warburg Pincus. As a pioneer in computer vision, TRAX Retail continues to lead the industry in innovation and excellence through development of advanced technologies and autonomous data collection methods. TRAX Retail is a global company, headquartered in the United States, serving customers in more than 90 countries worldwide, including Singapore, Israel, Germany, et cetera. ABOUT SHOPKICK, INC. TRAX Retail is a high-tech, AI-based company with a mission to revolutionize the retail industry. Shopkick, Inc., is its subsidiary that specifies in incentivizing the consumers for shopping through a shopping application for smartphones and tablets. This app offers user rewards for shopping activities, both online and in-store, such as walking into stores, scanning items, making in-app or in-store purchases, and submitting receipts. Users are warded with “kicks” for these actions, and these kicks could be exchanged for rewards in the form of mobile gift cards. The app is available for iOS and Android services.  ALIA SERVICES is one of the renowned recruitment and payroll services companies that operate remotely. We offer one-window solutions for entrepreneurs, small-medium enterprises, companies, corporates, and candidates. With us, a company can shape its organizational goals and objectives into reality by acquiring exceptional human capital with an easy and fast paced recruitment process. WHAT DO WE PROVIDE? Full time positions with the potential for overtime. 100% remote positions. Competitive compensation package. An inclusive, fast pace exciting environment culture offering accelerated professional growth. 1-on-1 coaching with feedback sessions, mentorships, and leadership development programs. Opportunities for cross-functional development.  HOW ARE WE DIFFERENT? Historically, outsourcing companies have valued profit over people and compensated for high turnover by underpaying employees. We want to change that. Alia Services not only offers fair compensation and benefits but values inclusion, belonging, and opportunity.  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion are more than a commitment for Alia Services it is the foundation of what we do. Through diverse networks and pipelines, we have a clear vision : to create a Great Place to Work for All. We believe inclusion includes you. Be who you are at Alia Services! Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities / Women / Veterans / Differently Abled. Powered by JazzHR