Accounting & Payroll Specialist
Accounting & Payroll Specialist
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Job Description
Shaping Tomorrow s Scholars Through WorldClass Summer Experiences
Our client Summer Discovery Group is the global leader in precollege academic enrichment partnering with toptier universities like Oxford UCLA and Georgetown to deliver transformative summer programs. With nearly 60 years of experience they ve empowered over 130000 students through immersive universitycurated courses that foster both academic and personal growth. Backed by Verlinvest they offer a dynamic missiondriven environment where passionate professionals shape the future of global education one summer at a time.
Job Description
As an Accounting & Payroll Specialist you will manage payroll for a large seasonal workforce ensure compliance in onboarding and collaborate with global teams for streamlined financial operations. Your role is vital in keeping the financial engine running smoothly for programs that transform student lives.
Shift: Monday to Friday 08:00 AM 05:00 PM EST
Work setup: Hybrid Colombia
- Ensure seasonal employees are fully onboarded before summer payroll
- Process weekly summer payroll with accuracy and timeliness
- Coordinate with operations team for seamless use of Rippling system
- Take ownership of the I9 compliance process for all staff
- Manage finance and payroll inboxes for internal and external communication
- Handle accounts payable and receivable transactions
- Suggest and implement system improvements across departments
- Support audits and special finance projects as needed
Requirements
The Qualifications We Seek
- Minimum of 3 5 years of experience onboarding employees into a payroll system and managing weekly payroll for up to 1000 seasonal employees.
- C1 English proficiency
- Familiarity with Rippling or comparable HRIS systems
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Comfortable using phone and email to communicate with candidates and employees throughout the onboarding process.
- Understanding of legal requirements and best practices in employee onboarding
- Willingness to work extended hours during summer peak
- Ownership mindset in addressing employee needs
- Strong prioritization and multitasking skills
- Experience working independently and in team settings
- High level of confidentiality
- Experience with remote or crossborder teams is a plus
- Flexibility to align with U.S. time zones
Benefits
Exciting Perks Await!
- 5 days work week
- Weekends off
- Hybrid work arrangement
- 20 vacation days in total
- Prepaid medicine
- Fullycustomized Emapta laptop and peripherals
- Direct exposure to our clients
- Career growth opportunities
- Diverse and supportive work environment
- Prime Office Locations Bogot and Medellin
- Unlimited upskilling through Emapta Academy courses (Want to know more Visit Future Team at Emapta Latam
Join Emapta Latam and contribute to our legacy of transforming global outsourcing. Since 2010 Emapta has pioneered personalized outsourcing solutions empowering businesses to thrive with bespoke teams and seamless integration. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our stateoftheart facilities competitive compensation and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth. With over 900 clients worldwide and a team of over 10000 talented professionals Emapta continues to set new standards in the industry. Apply now to be part of our success story in Colombia where your skills are valued and your career ambitions are supported. #EmaptaEra!
The Qualifications We Seek Minimum of 3 5 years of experience onboarding employees into a payroll system and managing weekly payroll for up to 1,000 seasonal employees. C1 English proficiency Familiarity with Rippling or comparable HRIS systems Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy Ability to meet tight deadlines Comfortable using phone and email to communicate with candidates and employees throughout the onboarding process. Understanding of legal requirements and best practices in employee onboarding Willingness to work extended hours during summer peak Ownership mindset in addressing employee needs Strong prioritization and multitasking skills Experience working independently and in team settings High level of confidentiality Experience with remote or cross-border teams is a plus Flexibility to align with U.S. time zones
Employment Type
Full Time
