Payroll Specialist
albo· People
About this role
albo
albo is a leading fintech company offering financial products to individuals and SMB’s with the mission to bring financial freedom to everyone everywhere.
About the role
As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of payroll processes in a fast-paced fintech startup environment. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by designing and executing innovative payroll and benefits strategies that align with our company's goals and values.
Main responsibilities:
- Ensure payroll processes for new hires, terminations, salary changes, compensation and benefit payouts are executed promptly, accurately and in compliance with country statutory regulations and company policies.
- Work closely with the Accounting and Treasury teams for month-end close activities, including payroll account reconciliation and reporting.
- Manage global benefits administration, including relationship with vendors and brokers.
- Identify, investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll and benefits.
- Develop a strong understanding of the business and strategic objectives to design and implement the best policies and compensation strategies for the Company.
- Take the lead in reviewing and updating our salary policies to ensure we continue offering competitive compensation packages that stand out in the market.
- Stay up to date with labor laws and regulations to ensure compliance.
- Assist or provide required information on internal/external audits, including payroll or country regulatory audits.
- Maintain integrity of HRIS records and compile reports as needed. Provide support to employees in various HR-related topics.
- Actively participate in strategic initiatives related to employee experience and talent development.
About you and the skills you’ll need:
- +5 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in dynamic environments like startups or the fintech industry.
- Strong knowledge of labor laws, tax regulations, and payroll compliance.
- Experience using payroll systems and advanced Excel skills.
- Analytical skills and ability to manage budgets and financial reports.
- Prior experience working with HRIS systems. (Knowledge of BambooHR and Workbeat is a plus)
- Excellent ability to communicate internally and externally, quickly build relationships, and work cross-functionally.
- Hands-on: We’re looking for a comfortable and willing leader to be a hands-on contributor. You are energized by rolling up your sleeves, making things happen, and enabling your team to do the same.
- Done is better than perfect: As things change and move quickly, you are excited by the fast pace and opportunity to learn and help your team learn constantly.
- Communication: Excellent ability to communicate internally and externally, quickly build relationships, and work cross-functionally.
- Extreme ownership: You hold yourself accountable to a high bar. You are supremely organized and see what needs to happen to achieve goals.
- Results & Data Driven: You understand the business metrics you are responsible for and demonstrate these insights to drive constant improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Payroll Specialist position at albo?
The salary for this Payroll Specialist role at albo is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Is the Payroll Specialist job at albo remote?
Yes, this Payroll Specialist position at albo is remote, with team members based in Ciudad de Mexico, Ciudad de Mexico, Mexico, Remote. You can work from home or anywhere in the supported regions.
Is the Payroll Specialist role at albo full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full Time position. It is posted as a Payroll Specialist role in the People department at albo.
Which team or department does the Payroll Specialist at albo belong to?
This Payroll Specialist position is part of the People department at albo. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Payroll Specialist position at albo?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to albo's official application portal hosted on bamboohr where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Payroll Specialist job at albo posted?
This Payroll Specialist position at albo was posted on Apr 24, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Payroll Specialist
albo
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