Payroll Analyst

Job Posting Organization:
CIMMYT is a cutting-edge, non-profit, international organization dedicated to solving tomorrow’s problems today. Established as a core CGIAR Research Center, CIMMYT focuses on improving the quantity, quality, and dependability of production systems and basic cereals such as maize, wheat, triticale, sorghum, millets, and associated crops through applied agricultural science. The organization operates primarily in the Global South and aims to enhance the livelihood trajectories and resilience of millions of resource-poor farmers. CIMMYT is committed to creating a more productive, inclusive, and resilient agrifood system within planetary boundaries, while also working towards reducing poverty, enhancing nutrition" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">food and nutrition security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security, and improving natural resources. For more information, visit cimmyt.org.

Job Overview:
The Payroll Analyst position at CIMMYT is designed for a dynamic, self-motivated, and service-oriented professional who will focus on laws and regulations related to social security. This includes social security contribution requirements, retirement plan contributions, payroll taxes, and other related legal aspects. The role is situated within the Human Resources Unit at CIMMYT headquarters in Texcoco, near Mexico City. The Payroll Analyst will be responsible for ensuring compliance with payroll regulations and managing various payroll-related processes, which are critical for the organization's operations and the welfare of its employees.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Payroll Analyst will undertake a variety of specific duties, including managing payroll systems and IMSS employee movements such as hiring, re-entry, and retirement. The role involves calculating priority settlements and determining the bimonthly variable of different employer records in accordance with social security law. The analyst will generate calculations and reconcile monthly and bimonthly payments of IMSS and INFONAVIT against emissions, SUA, and payroll, ensuring compliance with fiscal legislation. Additionally, the analyst will confirm INFONAVIT credit through the platform and validate it during each payroll period. Attention to IMSS-INFONAVIT requirements and procedures is crucial, as is the reconciliation of accounts related to the payroll process, reimbursement of disabilities, and CIGNA insurance. The analyst will also follow up on information for actuarial calculations and audits, administer food coupons, and maintain internal control within the payroll area regarding the sequence and payment of HQ disabilities. Furthermore, the analyst will concentrate on labor risk formats to present the annual declaration as mandated by social security law.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field. Additionally, they should have 4 to 5 years of relevant working experience in payroll and social security. An intermediate level of English is required, with candidates needing to pass an English test scoring a minimum of B1 as per the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Candidates should also have advanced knowledge of ERP systems and Microsoft Office, along with demonstrated experience in preparing relevant and timely financial management information, including the use of visual information. The selected candidate must exhibit competencies such as critical thinking, teamwork, client orientation, problem-solving, decision-making, negotiation, and conflict resolution.

Educational Background:
A bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related area is mandatory for this position. This educational background provides the foundational knowledge necessary for understanding payroll systems, social security laws, and financial management, which are critical for the role of Payroll Analyst.

Experience:
The position requires candidates to have 4 to 5 years of working experience specifically in payroll and social security. This level of experience is essential to ensure that the candidate is well-versed in the complexities of payroll management, compliance with legal requirements, and the nuances of employee benefits and contributions.

Languages:
An intermediate level of English is mandatory for this position, with a requirement to score a minimum of B1 on an English test as per CEFR. While English is essential for communication and documentation, proficiency in Spanish is also beneficial given the location and the primary language of the organization.

Additional Notes:
CIMMYT offers an attractive remuneration package that includes benefits in addition to the provisions of Mexican Labor Law. This package features a year-end bonus equivalent to 40 days of salary, a vacation premium of 56%, life and medical insurance, supermarket coupons, a savings fund, and social benefits as mandated by Mexican law (IMSS, SAR / Infonavit). The organization supports continuous professional development, making this an appealing opportunity for candidates looking to grow in their careers.