Regional Payroll Specialist (short-term assignment)

We believe in a world where growth thrives across borders and cultures. Our mission is to guide companies on their journey by providing services and technology that enables global talent management and delivers a human experience.

As an Employer-of-Record (EOR) provider, we offer the HR and compliance infrastructure essential for companies to expand internationally. We take care of the complex, behind-the-scenes work, allowing companies to focus on the strategies that drive their success. We are For People, By People.

The future of work is borderless, and so are we. Our people are located around the globe — in the U.S., the UK, India, Colombia, China, and beyond. Diversity and belonging are not just values, they are who we are.

We are also committed to making a positive impact. Through our Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact initiative, we are addressing our environmental footprint and promoting social responsibility. Our impact program is central to our vision and culture, focusing on employee wellness, diversity, charitable work, and ethical corporate governance.

If you are interested in working in a people-centric, global organization, apply below.

NOTE: This is a short-term contract through the end of January 2026

Regional Payroll Specialist (Contract)

NOTE: This is a short-term contract through the end of January 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Following process and procedures, serves as a 1st line of interaction with payroll partners, ensures the accuracy and timeliness of all regional payroll entries and transactions, as well as follows the payroll processing schedules and calendars, owning inputs and output of data and its accuracy.
• Coordinates payroll activities with other Atlas departments; administers the adjustment pay, and termination pay process and provides accurate and timely method of reporting payroll data to Accounting.
• Liaises with the Regional Payroll Manager for all payroll reporting, data analysis, and audit projects.
• Monitors reconciliation of garnishments, tax levies, general deductions, and payroll-related employment inquiries with HR team members.
• Follows instruction/direction from the Regional Payroll Manager in order to fulfil any requirement for subsequent salary adjustments which fall outside of the standard cycle for the country payrolls (e.g. advances, off-cycle payroll runs, terminations etc.).
• Maintains payroll dashboards to accurately reflect status of progress through the respective payroll cycles and to capture/resolution of any other issues.

About You

• You have a Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Finance, HR management, Business Administration or a closely related field is preferred.
• You have a strong fluency in English and good communication skills (verbal and written).
• You have 3+ years of relevant experience, in a multi-country, multi-client, fast-paced payroll environment handling payroll &/or HR administration.
• Africa payroll experience preferred.
• You have demonstrable experience in problem-solving in cross-functional or matrix teams.
• You are organized: strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize, multitask, and complete tasks according to deadlines.
• You are a seasoned IT and systems user – ability to quickly grasp/develop system input needs.
• You have multinational payroll implementation/onboarding skills (preferred).