Latam Payroll Specialist

For 135+ years the Coca‑Cola Company has grown to be the most recognizable brand in the world. Today we continue to innovate, learn, and grow with our consumers, customers, and most importantly with our employees. We drive the growth culture in a networked organization where curious people thrive, deliver results and make a difference, and deliver on our employee promise to thirst for more and to deliver simple employee‑centric experiences and solutions. Today, we are excited to be adding a new LATAM Payroll Specialist. In this role, you will formally report to the LATAM Payroll Operations Manager and functionally to the Payroll Tax Mobility Manager, overseeing end‑to‑end processes related to payroll equities and expatriates process management. The role includes preparation and reconciliation of Global Mobility internal reporting requirements, ensuring taxable compensation is appropriately handled across all Latin America payrolls. Support will also be provided regarding handling mobile associate (Fiscal and social security analysis, connection with PwC and other stakeholders involved in the process). What You’ll Do for Us Provide support and supervision of the payroll delivery team to ensure accurate and timely execution of mobile assignee compensation through home and host country payrolls. Engage with payroll delivery team and payroll vendors. Provide support to the Payroll Accounting Team with equity/mobility records. Record compensation and benefits for Global mobile associates, liaising with PwC on finalizing related tax entries. Provide expertise in equity/expatriates, ensuring appropriate handling in LATAM payrolls to guarantee accurate taxation of Stock Options and PSU/RSU. Prepare and review equity data for monthly payrolls for inclusion in data inputs submitted to payroll vendors. Sign off on equity and mobility payroll runs. Execute and prepare internal reporting requirements. Focus on continuous improvements. Support Payroll Mobility Tax Manager in all matters related to Tax and Social Security analysis required for mobility associates across Latin America. Basic Qualifications University/Bachelor’s Degree (Finance/CPA/HR professional). 3+ years of experience in Payroll Functions: understanding the process for pre‑payroll, payroll delivery, and post‑payroll (social security, tax, accounting, reporting) for LATAM countries. Knowledge of different LATAM tax and social security systems and regulations. Understand payroll accounting and provide support to the accounting team on the BSR analysis. Fluent in English (verbal and written). Strong planning and organizational skills. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with Workday and MS tools. Ability to adapt in a changing environment. Customer‑service orientation. Preferred Qualifications Supervisory skills/experience. Experience working in partnership with tax consultants. Portuguese proficiency. What We Can Do For You Iconic & Immersive Brands: Our portfolio represents over 250 products with some of the most popular brands in the world, including Coca‑Cola, Ades, Aquarius & Schweppes. Expansive & Diverse Customers: We work with a diversified group of customers ranging from retail & grocery outlets, theme parks, movie theatres, restaurants, etc. Purpose Driven: Purpose‑driven approach that empowers our people to protect the environment and communities we serve while delivering safe & quality products. Global Connections: Allows you to develop, enhance and maintain global connections to move faster and learn from others. Community of Belonging: We’re an organization that believes in building a right atmosphere where people feel safe and empowered, letting you bring your best self to work. Skills Collaborative Leadership; Financial Statements; Troubleshooting; General Ledger; Customer Service; General Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP); Accounts Payable; Microsoft Office; Communication; Cost Accounting; Process Reviews; Financial Accounting; ERP Systems; Microsoft Power BI; Financial Forecasting; Tax Legislation Our Purpose and Growth Culture We are taking deliberate action to nurture an inclusive culture that is grounded in our company purpose, to refresh the world and make a difference. We act with a growth mindset, take an expansive approach to what’s possible and believe in continuous learning to improve our business and ourselves. We focus on four key behaviors – curious, empowered, inclusive and agile – and value how we work as much as what we achieve. We believe that our culture is one of the reasons our company continues to thrive after 130+ years. Visit Our Purpose and Vision to learn more about these behaviors and how you can bring them to life in your next role at CO. #J-18808-Ljbffr