Hire a remote payroll specialist in Latin America.
A remote payroll specialist runs accurate, on-time payroll and keeps records tidy, so your team doesn't have to. In Latin America, a mid-level hire costs about 55% less in salary than in the US.
Payroll Specialist salaries: Latin America vs the US
| Level | Latin America | US |
|---|---|---|
| Junior (0-2 yrs) | $20,400 | $50,000 |
| Mid-level (3-5 yrs) | $27,600 | $62,000 |
| Senior (6+ yrs) | $36,000 | $78,000 |
Ballpark annual salaries for full-time roles, before our fees. Not quotes: we give you real ranges on the call.
Your total cost, fees included
Salary plus our fees in year one, next to the same hire in the US, UK or DACH.
What a remote payroll specialist does
- Process payroll runs on schedule
- Maintain employee pay records
- Handle deductions, benefits and adjustments
- Answer employee payroll questions
What we screen for
- Payroll platforms such as Gusto, ADP or Paychex
- Accuracy under deadlines
- Confidentiality with sensitive data
- Clear communication with employees
Why hire payroll specialists in Latin America
Full workday overlap
Most of Latin America sits within a few hours of US time zones, so your hire works the same day as your team.
Experienced with US companies
Years of nearshore work mean many candidates already know US tools, customers and expectations.
Hiring a payroll specialist in Latin America
How much does a payroll specialist in Latin America cost?
Ballpark annual salaries are $20,400 junior, $27,600 mid-level and $36,000 senior. Our fees sit on top: $2,500 one-time plus $700 a month if we employ them, or a 20% placement fee ($5,000 minimum) if you do.
How do you vet payroll specialists?
We source, interview and screen every candidate, check the skills a payroll specialist needs, and add practical tests where the role calls for it. You meet a shortlist and choose who to hire.
What if the hire doesn't work out?
If a hire resigns or is let go for performance within 90 days, we find a replacement at no extra fee. If we employ them, replacements continue for as long as they're with you.
Tell us about the payroll specialist you need.
15 minutes. You'll leave knowing what the role costs and how fast we can fill it.
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