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We are seeking a highly capable, detail-oriented Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across Inspired’s schools in Mexico, spanning 6 legal entities or more. This role will ensure accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll processing and drive standardization, governance, and continuous improvement across multiple entities. The Payroll Manager will serve as a key partner to HR, Finance, and school leadership, supporting a growing, dynamic organization. This is a critical role within the region, requiring strong technical expertise in Mexican payroll and the ability to operate at both operational and strategic levels in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.
Job Responsibility
Oversee end-to-end payroll processing across multiple legal entities in Mexico, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
Ensure full compliance with Mexican labor, tax, and social security regulations (IMSS, INFONAVIT, FONACOT, SAT)
Manage submissions through SUA (IMSS), including hires, terminations, and salary changes
Oversee calculation and payment of payroll taxes, social security contributions, employee benefits and statutory deductions
Ensure accurate processing of finiquitos and liquidaciones in line with labor law
Establish and standardize payroll processes, controls, and policies across all Mexican entities
Ensure consistency in payroll practices, reporting, and compliance across schools
Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness at all times
Lead the transition and optimization of payroll systems (e.g., migration from Compact and integration with SuccessFactors)
Drive automation, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure data integrity between payroll, HR, and finance systems
Reconcile payroll with the general ledger and support monthly and annual financial close processes
Prepare payroll-related reports for Finance and leadership
Support audits by providing payroll reconciliations, electronic accounting records
Act as the main point of contact for payroll matters across Mexico
Partner closely with HR, Finance, and schools leadership
Provide guidance on payroll implications of hiring, compensation changes, and terminations
Requirements
Proven experience in payroll management in Mexico, preferably in a multi-entity or multi-site environment
Strong knowledge of: IMSS / SUA, INFONAVIT / FONACOT, SAT requirements, Mexican labor law (including terminations and severance)
Solid accounting knowledge, including payroll-to-GL reconciliation
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Compact or similar) and HRIS integrations (e.g., SuccessFactors)
Experience managing payroll audits and compliance processes
Strong organizational and analytical skills, with close attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast-growing, dynamic, and international environment