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UPM could be the team for you. We are frontrunners in developing renewable alternatives to fossil-based materials. Besides enabling both businesses and consumers make more sustainable choices, we strive to create a positive UPM experience for all our employees around the world. We live by our values - trust and be trusted, achieve together, renew with courage. Together we can renew the everyday, for a future beyond fossils!\nLearn more about us as a workplace upm.com/careers\nUPM is looking for a Payroll Specialist who will be responsible for a smaller country payroll or specialist in one or more operational aspects of a large payroll.\nGreetings from your future manager\nI am truly excited to welcome you to our Payroll & Benefits team. We are thrilled to have you joining us in Uruguay and becoming part of our LATAM payroll family.\nStarting a new role is always an exciting journey, and I want you to know that we are committed to supporting you every step of the way. Your talents, experiences, and unique perspective will be a valuable addition to our team, and I look forward to seeing the contributions you will make.\nWhat makes our team special is not only the work we do, but the people behind it. We collaborate, support one another, celebrate successes together, and continuously learn from each other. I hope you quickly feel welcomed, included, and empowered to bring your authentic self to work every day.\nOn behalf of the entire team, welcome aboard. We are delighted to have you with us and look forward to getting to know you personally and professionally.\nWishing you great success as you begin this new chapter with us. -\nGabi Mora, Manager, Payroll & Benefits Services Americas | Payroll Services\nWhat you will do\nManage small development projects\nManage the entire payroll process for Mexico, utilizing external payroll provider\nReview and final approval for all LATAM payrolls\nBe responsible for the compliance of payroll services to the standards required by the Company\nManage and monitor the payroll service to ensure that the organization’s payroll is processed accurately and on time\nProvide managers, employees and human resources with expertise in payroll\nMain contact between the business and external vendor for all payroll matters\nHandle all payroll related requests from customers such as reports, updates to current reports\nMake sure all payrolls are compliance per labor regulations in each country\nBack up to team members when they go out on vacation.\nWho you are\nYou have at least 2 years of payroll processing experience in Mexico.\n You have at least 3 years of payroll experience supporting multiple countries across Latin America (LATAM).\nYou have experience with ADP Celergo; experience with other global or regional payroll platforms will also be considered.\nYou have native-level or advanced professional fluency in English and can communicate confidently and effectively in a business environment, including leading meetings, collaborating with stakeholders, and handling written communications.\nYou have strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple payroll cycles and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.\nThis is what we offer to you\nA meaningful job: We have an inspiring purpose “We renew the everyday for a future beyond fossils”. Our work is impactful and transformative.\nA caring community: Our community is built on great team spirit and shared commitment. We care about each other and the well-being of our colleagues. We support the work-life balance of all our employees.\nDevelopment opportunities: We offer you great opportunities to learn and grow throughout your career. We are an international, multi-business organization offering plenty of avenues for personal growth.\nResponsible employer: Sustainability is at the core of everything we do. We are committed to ambitious, science-based sustainability targets in all areas, from climate change mitigation to enhancing biodiversity. We foster diversity and inclusivity, offering a work environment in which everyone can be themselves.\nLearn about our Rewarding and our Ways of working\nAdditional information about the position\nThis position is located in Fray Bentos, Paso de los Toros or Paysandu\nThis position is on site\nTravel requirements - ability to travel internationally is required. This position will require occasional business travel, typically a few times per year, with travel most often to the United States for team meetings, training, project work, and other business-related activities.\nFor further information about the role, please contact Gabi Mora, Manager, Payroll & Benefits Services Americas, at \nHow to apply\nTo apply, please submit your CV and cover letter byNovember 30, 2026. Please note that we accept only applications submitted through our online application system. We begin reviewing applications as they are received, and you may be contacted before the application deadline.\nFor support with submitting your application, please contact our HR Services at  or tel. +18777235247.\nCountry-specific information\nThis job posting is open to individuals registered with the National Registry of Persons with Disabilities (Law 19.691) who meet the qualifications and suitability requirements for the position.\nUPM business / function information\nUPM is a material solutions company, renewing products and entire value chains with an extensive portfolio of renewable fibres, advanced materials, decarbonization solutions, and communication papers. Our performance in sustainability has been recognized by third parties, including EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices. We operate globally and employ approximately 15,800 people worldwide, with annual sales of approximately €10.3 billion. 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