• Coordinate payroll and contractor payments across vendors including TriNet, Rippling, and Deel, ensuring employees and contractors are paid accurately and on time • Audit payroll data each cycle (new hires, terminations, compensation updates, benefits deductions) in partnership with Finance • Maintain compliance with multi-state payroll regulations and support accurate processing of international contractor payments through vendor platforms • Manage payroll-related correspondence including state tax notices and compliance documentation • Troubleshoot payroll issues and resolve discrepancies with vendors and employees • Partner closely with Finance to reconcile payroll reports, benefits deductions, and tax reporting • Administer U.S. and Canadian benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and retirement plans, partnering with vendors such as TriNet (U.S.) and Sterling Brokers / Open Access (Canada) • Manage benefits enrollments, changes, and terminations in coordination with benefits vendors and within TriNet, Rippling, and BambooHR • Serve as the primary point of contact for employee benefits and payroll questions • Administer and track time-off policies and balances for employees and contractors across systems including TriNet, Rippling, and BambooHR • Administer and track leaves of absence (LOA) including parental, medical, and statutory leaves • Lead annual benefits renewals and vendor coordination, including supporting negotiations, in partnership with HR leadership and Finance • Maintain accurate employee data across Rippling, BambooHR, TriNet, and Deel, ensuring alignment between HR, payroll, and benefits records • Generate offer letters and onboarding documentation in partnership with Talent Acquisition • Coordinate payroll and benefits setup for new hires and offboarding employees • Conduct new hire onboarding sessions covering payroll, benefits, and HR systems • Maintain compliance documentation including required trainings, policy acknowledgments, and regulatory postings • Support ongoing maintenance of the Employee Handbook and HR policies • Manage relationships with payroll, benefits, and HR system vendors • Support ongoing administration and optimization of Rippling, including payroll-related workflows, deductions, and employee data • Identify opportunities to streamline HR workflows, automate processes, and improve operational efficiency • Create and maintain process documentation and SOPs for payroll, benefits, and HR operations • Support internal reporting, audits, and compliance reviews related to payroll and benefits

Role Description Due to continuous growth, our People & Culture Team is excited to welcome a motivated Payroll & HR Compliance Specialist to ensure full compliance with labor regulations and internal policies while managing payroll processes with precision and confidentiality. As a Payroll & HR Compliance Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring legal, ethical, and procedural integrity across our HR operations. Working closely with Finance, Legal, and external advisors, you’ll manage payroll, maintain compliance frameworks, and contribute to a positive and transparent employee experience. If you’re passionate about accuracy, legal compliance, and continuous process improvement, this is the perfect role for you! Your Mission - Payroll Management: Complete payroll management including collection and review of variables, calculation and control of income tax (IRPF), and preparation and review of payrolls. - Legal Compliance: Ensure compliance with Spanish tax and social security obligations (AEAT and Social Security filings: forms 111, 216, 190, social security contributions, CRA, etc.). - Handle end-to-end employee administration processes. - Systems and Tools: Validate and manage processes in Sistema RED, SILTRA, and oversee HR and payroll management tools (payroll ERP, HRIS). - Benefits and Flexible Compensation: Administration of flexible compensation plans and employee benefits. - Reporting and Closures: Supervise monthly payroll closures, reporting on personnel costs, provisions, and absenteeism reports. - Provide support during onboarding processes for new hires, ensuring a smooth integration experience. - Audits and Accounting: Prepare documentation and collaborate with Finance for internal and external audits, payroll accounting entries, and reconciliations. - Internal Compliance: Ensure the implementation of internal policies, including the Equality Plan, LGD compliance, and other HR policies. - Collective Agreements and Regulations: Update the collective bargaining agreement and internal regulations, ensuring alignment with current legislation and compliance principles. - Issue Resolution: Handle complex payroll or labor-related issues and employee inquiries. - Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process automation and optimization. - Legal Monitoring: Monitor and analyze labor law updates and assess their impact on the company. Qualifications - University degree in Human Resources, Labor Relations, or a related field. - Over 7 years of payroll experience (including at least 1–2 years in a leadership role). - Strong knowledge of payroll ERP systems. - Advanced Excel skills. - In-depth understanding of labor law, tax regulations, and compliance requirements. - Experience in IT environments. - High analytical skills, attention to detail, and problem-solving ability. - Excellent communication skills. - Experience with Employer of Record (EOR) arrangements is a plus. - Analytical mindset, responsibility, and results-oriented. - High level of confidentiality and attention to detail. - Professional working proficiency in English and Spanish. Benefits - Growth and career development: Enjoy a flexible career path with personalized internal training and an annual budget for external learning opportunities. - Work-Life balance: Benefit from a flexible schedule with flextime and the option of working full remote or from our Barcelona office. Enjoy free Friday afternoons with a 7-hour workday, plus a 35-hour workweek in July and August. - Comprehensive benefits: Competitive salary, full-time permanent contract, and top-tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services). - 25 days of vacation plus your birthday off, with flexible vacation options—no blackout days! - Unique Perks: Office in Barcelona with free coffee, fresh fruit, snacks, a game room, and a rooftop terrace with stunning Mediterranean views. - Additional benefits include ticket restaurant and nursery vouchers, paid directly from your gross salary. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Leadtech is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer, which means we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds, interests, and personal circumstances. Our team welcomes applicants regardless of their race, gender, age, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and/or disabilities. All we need is your high energy, skills, and willingness to be a part of a great project! Location You'll have the flexibility to choose whether you'd like to come to the office every day, from time to time, or work fully remote. If you prefer to be surrounded by amazing people, our exceptional office is in Barcelona’s Blue Building, located right on the city's seafront.

Description Job Title: Payroll Specialist Location: Remote Job Summary In this unique and rewarding position, the Payroll Specialist supports and oversees payroll operations for assigned clients utilizing a vendor-specific platform. This role is responsible for processing accurate and timely payroll, maintaining payroll data integrity, and executing payroll transactions in alignment with established processes and service expectations. The Payroll Specialist applies payroll expertise to recommend process enhancements, implement best practices, and support continuous improvement efforts. This position serves as a liaison between clients and their payroll technology, executing payroll tasks, system updates, and client requests while delivering a high-quality service experience. Job Duties - Process end-to-end payrolls for multiple clients using the vendor-specific platform. - Audit payroll data for accuracy, including earnings, deductions, and accruals. - Perform payroll balancing to ensure precise and error-free processing. - Manage payroll changes such as new hires, terminations, compensation updates, and earnings/deduction changes within the vendor's system. - Process off-cycle payrolls, bonuses, commissions, and retroactive adjustments. - Support payroll imports, integrations, and timekeeping data reviews within the vendor-specific system. - Partner with clients to collect, validate, and process payroll inputs. - Identify and implement payroll process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy. - Research and resolve payroll discrepancies and client payroll inquiries. - Maintain payroll documentation and support creation and updates of SOPs. - Participate in payroll projects, system optimizations, and client onboarding activities as needed. - Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to support payroll processing, data accuracy, and timely resolution of payroll-related items. - Other duties as assigned. Required Skills - Hands-on payroll processing experience in the vendor-specific system. - Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency required, including the ability to audit, manipulate, and reconcile large payroll data sets. - Experience using Excel for payroll balancing, variance analysis, retro calculations, and data validation. - Strong working knowledge of formulas such as VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, SUMIF(S), COUNTIF(S), IF statements, and pivot tables. - Ability to import/export payroll files and review data feeds using Excel. - Experience managing client-facing payroll communications. - Strong verbal and written communication skills. - Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Ability to manage multiple payrolls in a deadline-driven environment. - Proven problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate complex payroll scenarios. - Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. Education and Experience - Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Finance, or related field — or equivalent experience. - 5 + years of payroll processing experience. - 2-4 years direct experience processing payroll in a vendor-specific system required. - Working knowledge of payroll principles, practices, and procedures. - Benefits and earnings/deduction configuration experience preferred. - Client payroll onboarding or implementation experience a plus. Physical Requirements - Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. - Must be able to move up to 15 pounds at times. - Must be able to participate in video conferences/meetings.

Role Description This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and scale a global payroll function across multiple regions, including the US, Canada, Europe, and Asia. You will oversee end-to-end payroll operations for a large, rapidly growing workforce while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational excellence. Acting as a key partner to Finance, HR, and Legal teams, you will drive payroll process improvements, system optimization, and internal controls. This position combines leadership, technical payroll expertise, and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You will manage a team of payroll specialists, promote best practices, and help establish a world-class, scalable payroll operation that supports global expansion and employee satisfaction. - Lead the global payroll function, ensuring timely and accurate payroll processing across multiple countries and jurisdictions - Maintain compliance with local, state, and international tax, labor, and statutory regulations - Develop, implement, and continuously improve payroll processes, reconciliations, and internal controls for each pay cycle - Manage year-end payroll reporting requirements, including W-2s, P60s, T4s, and other country-specific filings - Collaborate with HRIS, Accounting, FP&A, and Legal teams to ensure accurate data, resolve payroll issues, and establish funding requirements - Support SOX compliance and internal/external audits, maintaining thorough documentation and controls - Mentor and lead a team of payroll specialists, promoting accountability, professional development, and operational excellence - Identify and mitigate payroll risks, introducing best-in-class processes and system improvements Qualifications - 10+ years of experience managing US and international payroll operations, preferably in high-growth organizations - Expertise in Workday Payroll and demonstrated experience optimizing payroll systems and processes - Strong knowledge of payroll taxes, benefits, 401(k), wage and hour regulations, and global compliance requirements - Proven ability to create and run customized reports for compliance, tax, and regulatory purposes - Hands-on experience with payroll accounting and general ledger activities - Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail - Effective leadership and team management skills, with experience guiding payroll specialists - Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional partners and senior leadership Benefits - Competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 to $225,000 USD, depending on experience - Performance-based bonus opportunities and potential equity participation - Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage - Flexible and remote-friendly work environment - Generous paid time off and company holidays - Opportunity to shape a global payroll function in a high-growth, international organization - Collaborative culture focused on compliance, continuous improvement, and employee development