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Payroll Specialist

Remote

Sobre la empresa

We’re not your typical startup. Runa is transforming a long-stagnant HR software ecosystem by bringing a proven U.S. model to Latin America—a fully cloud-based human resources platform that delivers payroll processing, employee management (onboarding and offboarding), time and PTO tracking, and automated reporting. Our headquarters in Mexico City’s Polanco district serves as our operations hub, supporting more than 12 countries across Latin America over the next five years.

Our team brings more than 25 years of business and technology experience in the region, with academic backgrounds from Stanford, Harvard, Columbia, and more. We’re backed by Salesforce investors as well as top venture capital firms from Silicon Valley and South America—funds that have invested in companies like Cabify, Rappi, Clip, and MercadoLibre in Latin America, and Gusto, Zenefits, and Namely in the HR tech space. In short, we know what we’re doing.

Sobre el puesto

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist with strong expertise in U.S. payroll practices and a passion for helping Runa build a world-class payroll product—an important step in transforming how companies manage their workforce. In this role, you will translate complex payroll regulations and industry practices into clear, actionable examples for our product and engineering teams. You will also collaborate closely with our Customer team to diagnose payroll-related issues, understand client requirements, and help deliver effective solutions.

Responsabilidades

Ensure Runa remains fully compliant with all federal, state, and local U.S. payroll regulations, staying current with legislative and regulatory updates (e.g., FLSA, federal/state tax changes). Define requirements and provide clear examples for product updates when changes occur.
Work closely with the Product team to scope requirements for U.S. payroll processes, including payroll calculations, payroll workflows, and federal/state/local tax registrations and payments.
Evaluate the impact that adjustments to payroll calculation methodologies may have on end-to-end payroll processing.
Stay informed about payroll trends, regulatory reforms, and industry standards to support Runa’s competitive advantage in the U.S. market.
Develop payroll calculators, simulators, and example scenarios for internal teams as needed.
Support the Customer team on technical client requests that require specialized payroll expertise.
Participate in payroll reviews and calculations involving special payments such as bonuses, severance, retroactive adjustments, supplemental wages, and year-end processes (e.g., W-2 adjustments).
Partner with the Marketing team on content creation related to U.S. payroll topics, including participating in webinars or educational initiatives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—especially HR—to provide company-wide training on U.S. payroll concepts, processes, and compliance.

Calificaciones

3+ years of U.S. payroll experience
Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll laws and regulations, including FLSA, IRS requirements, and state/local taxation
Familiarity with payroll-related agencies and systems (IRS, state revenue departments, state unemployment agencies, EFTPS, etc.)
Experience with advanced payroll calculations such as supplemental wages, overtime, garnishments, severance, and year-end adjustments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; able to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders
Proven ability to coordinate with multiple departments simultaneously
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications
Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Professional appearance, communication, and presentation
Strong English communication skills