Payroll Manager Colombia

Job DescriptionAbout usWith over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we're the world's leading premium drinks company. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you'll test new insights, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.Join us to create a career worth celebrating.About The FunctionOur Human Resources (HR) team bring brilliant people together to help us continue building iconic brands. We harness the diverse talents of our people to help them excel. We champion an inclusive and collaborative culture, where all voices and perspectives are celebrated and valued.HR is at the heart of markets around the world, finding and developing talent that will unearth new insights and inspire innovation. From creative problem solvers and entrepreneurs to scientists and engineers, we invite your experience and ideas. We will help you develop your skills and empower you to be your best.Mission Of This JobEnsure the accurate, timely, and fully compliant execution of payroll and all related processes for employees in Colombia, rigorously adhering to labor, tax, and social security regulations. Lead the continuous improvement and digitalization of payroll operations to strengthen efficiency, control, and risk mitigation. Serve as a strategic partner to the business, providing insights, analytics, and authority guidance that enhance decision-making, employee experience, and operational governance.Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Execution & ComplianceLead the end-to-end payroll process ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and strict compliance with Colombian labor, tax, and social security regulations.Be responsible for statutory payments, mandatory filings, and reporting to government authorities (UGPP, DIAN, MinTrabajo, etc.).Ensure adherence to internal controls, audit requirements, and company policies.Handle sophisticated payroll scenarios including salary integral, variable compensation, expatriates, and special agreements.Process Optimization & AutomationDrive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline payroll processes and reduce operational risks.Implement automation, digital tools, and guidelines to increase efficiency, data quality, and payroll visibility.Maintain strong payroll documentation, SOPs, and governance frameworks.Business Partnership & AdvisoryAct as the subject matter authority for payroll, advising HR, Finance, Legal, and business leaders on regulatory changes and payroll implications.Provide payroll insights, analytics, and trends to support strategic decision-making.Serve as the blocking issue point for sophisticated payroll queries.Vendor & Technology ManagementBe responsible for relationships with payroll vendors, software providers, and third-party administrators.Ensure service-level agreements (SLAs) are met and drive continuous quality and performance improvements.Lead system updates, integrations, and payroll calendar management.Team Leadership & Capability BuildingSupervise and mentor payroll specialists, fostering a high-performance, customer focused culture.Develop team capabilities in compliance, analytics, and process excellence.Ensure cross-training and business continuity plans are in place.Reporting, Controls & AuditEnsure accurate payroll reconciliations, variance analyses, and monthly/annual reports for Finance and Corporate.Lead internal and external audits, providing full documentation and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.Maintain robust internal controls to mitigate payroll risks.Employee Experience & Service DeliveryGuarantee a positive employee experience through clear, responsive, and high-quality payroll service.Handle sophisticated cases discreetly, maintaining confidentiality and sensitivity.KPI´sPayroll Accuracy and Timelines (accuracy rate 99.8%, Ontime payroll delivery 100%, error resolution average < 48 hours for resolving payroll discrepancies.Compliance and Risk Management (compliance score 100%, UGPP/DIAN/MinTrabajo Findings 0 major findings