LATAM Payroll Analyst

Job Description:

Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region (Heredia, Costa Rica)

Huntsman Corporation is a global leader in differentiated and specialty chemicals, with a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. With operations in over 30 countries and a workforce of approximately 9,000 associates, we offer dynamic career opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.

Huntsman is seeking a Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region supporting the Global Business Services (GBS) Division located in San José, Costa Rica. This position will report to the America’s Payroll Manager.

Job Scope

We are currently seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our Global Business Services (GBS) Center in San José, supporting payroll operations for Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia under a Managed Services model. This role reports to the America’s Payroll Manager in Costa Rica.

In summary, as the Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region, you will:

• Payroll Oversight & Validation: Coordinate and validate payroll inputs and outputs from external vendors, ensuring accuracy in calculations related to social security, income tax, holidays, severance, and other statutory components.

• Data Management & Reporting: Prepare and deliver payroll-related data and reports, ensuring timely and compliant processing across all supported countries.

• Employee Lifecycle Support: Manage employee lifecycle events (onboarding, transfers, terminations) in collaboration with HR and external vendors, ensuring accurate payroll impact.

• Audit & Compliance: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external payroll audits, liaising between auditors and vendors to ensure documentation and compliance.

• Regulatory Knowledge: Adhere to local labor laws and payroll regulations in Costa Rica, Colombia, and Mexico, ensuring corporate policies and legal requirements.

• System & Process Optimization: Utilize tools such as Workday and ServiceNow to support payroll processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.

The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.

Candidates must work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our office located in AFZ, Heredia. Additional office days may be required as needed or during corporate visits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Strong communication skills in English (B2 level).
• 2+ years of hands‑on payroll experience for Costa Rica, within a multinational or shared services environment. Experience must include:
  • Validating statutory payroll calculations
  • Reviewing payroll outputs, not only submitting inputs or performing administrative tasks

Skills and knowledge

• Proficiency in Excel.

• Assertive and clear communication.

• Accountability and ownership.

• Self-motivation and initiative.

• Effective time management.

• Customer-centric approach.

• Team-oriented mindset.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with labor regulations in Mexico, Colombia, and the U.S.

• Experience with ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems.

• An analytical mindset with a focus on accuracy and results.

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.

• Strong organizational awareness and team collaboration skills.

• Experience with Workday HCM.

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