Manager, Payroll LATAM

The Payroll Manager is responsible for a wide range of complex payroll tasks in a fast-faced and changing environment. The main purpose of the job is to own and manage payroll operations, ensuring all pay elements are processed on time, accurately and in compliance with country legislation. To proactively manage the day-to-day payroll processes and management of the payroll team, working closely with the Benefits, HR, Accounting, Treasury, HRIS, Stock, Commission and Finance teams. Constantly looking to identify and implement improvement opportunities, both strategic and operational.

What You'll Do

• Fully manage and maintain payroll operations to ensure the accurate and timely payment of employees. This includes checking and signing off payroll prior to completion in the payroll system and submission to the outsourced tax provider. (For countries such as Brazil, Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, Argentina, others)
• Responsible for payroll audits and ensuring legislative compliance.
• Ensure compliance with local legal regulations and provide support and expert advice to the business on payroll and income tax legislation.
• Leading the set up and creation of new payrolls for legal entities.
• Provide appropriate reports, liaise with relevant external regulatory bodies as required.
• Working closely with Benefits Team to ensure that all benefit plans are appropriately administered and reported.
• Be the escalation point of contact for complex Payroll queries and issues.
• Payroll project management – look for new processes, systems and recommend implementations to increase productivity and reduce workload.
• Team management, leadership, development, responsible for performance and engagement.

What We're Looking For

Must-Haves

• Fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese
• Based in Brazil (Rio de Janeiro)
• 5+ years payroll experience; 3+ years managing a team
• Multi-country LATAM payroll background

Leadership

• Develops, coaches, and holds team accountable
• Delegates well; builds a learning culture
• Firm but fair; kind yet direct

Operations & Problem-Solving

• Highly organized — tracks and drives issues to closure
• Builds compliant, scalable payroll processes
• Calm under pressure; handles competing priorities without dropping the ball
• Creative problem-solver; embraces AI and technology to fill system gaps
• Escalates risks to leadership proactively

Mindset

• Genuinely wants to grow in payroll — not a stepping stone
• Curious and willing to learn new countries and regulations
• Relationship builder across HR, Finance, and cross-functional partners

Working Conditions

• Professional, office environment.

At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization : Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At TD SYNNEX, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!