Kuaishou Technology · São Paulo, São Paulo, Brazil
We are looking for a detail\-oriented and proactive Payroll Specialist to manage payroll operations in Brazil, ensuring accuracy, compliance with local labor and tax regulations, and timely payroll processing. This role will act as the key point of contact for payroll\-related matters, working closely with our local payroll provider, global Payroll team in China, and internal HR, Finance, and Legal stakeholders. The ideal candidate has strong knowledge of Brazilian payroll regulations, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to manage payroll processes in a fast\-paced, global, and collaborative environment. **Responsibilities** * Manage the end\-to\-end payroll process in Brazil in collaboration with our BPO partner, by reviewing and validating payroll calculations, salaries, taxes, statutory contributions, admissions, terminations, vacations, 13th salary, and other payroll\-related payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local regulations. * Collaborate with our BPO to ensure accurate payroll processing, timely report delivery, and compliance with Brazilian labor, tax, and statutory requirements. * Maintain and update payroll systems and records, including employee admission and termination information, payroll data, and other relevant employee information. * Ensure timely submission of statutory filings and payroll\-related obligations, acting as the company's liaison with government platforms such as eSocial and CAIXA. * Coordinate with the global Payroll team in China on payroll file maintenance, payment processing, statutory contributions, and payroll\-related reporting. * Monitor and validate employee working hours, attendance, and time\-off records through the OiTchau platform, coordinating with internal managers to ensure accurate payroll inputs. * Handle employee payroll inquiries, resolve payroll\-related issues, and provide timely and effective support to employees. * Support internal and external audits by preparing and providing payroll data, supporting documentation, and relevant records. * Collaborate with local and global HR, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure alignment with company policies, internal procedures, and local regulatory requirements. * Create and maintain shared documents, FAQs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and knowledge base materials to improve transparency, knowledge sharing, and process efficiency. * Act as the key point of contact for payroll\-related escalations, proactively identifying issues and driving resolution and continuous improvement initiatives. * Lead regular Service Issue Log meetings with outsourced payroll providers and other relevant stakeholders to monitor service quality, address operational issues, and implement process improvements. **Requirements** * Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field. * Advanced English proficiency, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with global stakeholders. * Strong knowledge of Brazilian payroll processes, labor legislation, tax regulations, and statutory contributions. * Proven experience in payroll management, including payroll validation, reconciliation, review of calculations, admissions, terminations, vacations, 13th salary, and statutory obligations. * Experience working with payroll providers, preferably ADP, and managing payroll\-related processes and deliverables. * Advanced Excel skills, including data analysis, payroll reconciliation, and reporting. * Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to manage sensitive employee information with confidentiality. * Excellent analytical and problem\-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies, investigate issues, and implement effective solutions. * Proactive and positive attitude toward global payroll operations, process improvements, and organizational changes. * Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across local and global teams. * Ability to thrive in a fast\-paced, ambitious, and matrixed organization. **Nice to Have** * Experience working in a multinational company or a global payroll environment. * Experience managing payroll operations in collaboration with international headquarters, particularly in China or other APAC markets. * Experience with Brazilian government platforms and statutory reporting, including eSocial and CAIXA. * Familiarity with attendance and time\-off management platforms, such as OiTchau. * Experience supporting payroll audits, compliance reviews, and internal control processes. * Experience leading payroll vendor performance reviews, service escalations, and continuous improvement initiatives. * Knowledge of payroll process documentation, SOP development, and knowledge management. * Experience with Workday or other HRIS platforms.