Bilingual Payroll Specialist (US Experience) - Hybrid Guadalajara

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our growing client team at MezTal in Guadalajara. This role will focus on managing U.S. payroll across multiple entities, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in every cycle. You will play a key part in supporting over 1,100 employees across 18 entities, handling both weekly and biweekly payroll.

This is a great opportunity for young professionals with 2–3 years of U.S. payroll experience who are eager to grow their careers in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Main Responsibilities

• Process biweekly and weekly payroll for all U.S. entities.
• Handle payroll-related activities, including bonuses, commissions, terminations, off-cycle payments, and reporting.
• Manage 401K contributions and child support payments.
• Oversee payroll for 18 entities and approximately 1,100 employees.
• Ensure payroll compliance with U.S. regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, and leaders to resolve payroll inquiries.

Requirements:
Qualifications & Skills

• 2–3 years of experience in U.S. payroll (required).
• Proven ability to manage high-volume payroll cycles.
• Process-oriented and compliance-driven, with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent customer service skills to interact with employees, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Strong written communication skills; adaptable and receptive to feedback.
• Tech savvy, quick learner, and comfortable working with new systems.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish.

Tools & Systems

• Experience with payroll/HR systems (knowledge of UKG is a plus, but not required).
• Proficient in Excel, Smartsheet, and Microsoft SharePoint.

Benefits:
• Christmas Bonus: 30 days, to be paid in December.

• Major Medical Expense Insurance: Coverage up to $20,000,000.00 MXN.
• Minor Medical Insurance: VRIM membership with special discounts on doctor’s appointments and accident reimbursements.
• Dental Insurance: Always smile with confidence!
• Life Insurance: (Death and MXN Disability)
• Vacation Days: 12 vacation days in accordance with Federal Labor Law, with prior approval from your manager. + Floating Holidays: 3 floating holidays in addition to the 7 official holidays in Mexico.
• Cell Phone Reimbursement & Transportation Subsidy.
• Hybrid Scheme: Enjoy the best of both worlds, remote and in-office work.
• Multicultural Exposure: Work with operations within Mexico and United Satates.
• MezTal Internal Events: Strike a healthy balance between your professional and personal goals.
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefits with different companies for being part of MezTal.
• Academic Agreements: Access to national universities and language schools.