Payroll, Compensation & Benefits Intern

Sezzle

. Support end-to-end payroll operations across the US, Canada, and Colombia, including data entry, reconciliation, and documentation .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeRemote • ColombiaEntry Level💰 COP 2,800,000 per monthWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in payroll operations, benefits administration, and compliance with labor laws across multiple countries. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential for managing payroll data and supporting automation initiatives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Payroll OperationsBenefits AdministrationData AnalysisAI and Automation ToolsColombian Labor Compliance

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingData EntryReconciliationCompensation ResearchHRIS ManagementTax Form FilingProcess DocumentationData Quality ChecksVendor Invoice ManagementColombian Payroll Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsAttention to DetailStrong Work EthicIntellectual CuriosityDiscretion and Integrity

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft ExcelClaude or Equivalent LLM Tools

Industry Keywords

ERISAACAFLSARegTechPeople Operations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support end-to-end payroll operations across the US, Canada, and Colombia, including data entry, reconciliation, and documentation
Assist with benefits enrollment, terminations, and employee lifecycle changes in HRIS and benefits platforms
Perform data quality checks across payroll, benefits, and HRIS systems
Support monthly, quarterly, and year-end payroll and benefits audits
Assist with compensation research and benchmarking
Manage vendor invoices, track reconciliations, and prepare payment requests
Maintain employee files and records in accordance with local legal and regulatory requirements
Support compliance workstreams involving ERISA, ACA, FLSA, and Colombian labor law
Act as the first point of contact for employee payroll, benefits, and compensation questions
Document and map processes to identify automation and efficiency opportunities
Support employee leave of absence, disability claims, and COBRA administration
Participate in AI and automation initiatives, including testing tools and improving processes
Assist in collecting and filing payroll and benefit tax forms
Support ad-hoc People Operations projects related to company growth, Utah ILC bank charter readiness, and international expansion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current university student or recent graduate in Finance
Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
English proficiency, written and verbal
Spanish fluency, native or near-native
Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and eagerness to learn
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion and integrity
Comfort working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with evolving priorities
Demonstrated experience working with Claude or equivalent large language model tools is required
Comfort leveraging AI to enhance productivity, research, and communication
Interest in developing AI-driven skills
Basic understanding of Colombian payroll, taxation, and labor compliance (preferred)
Interest in AI, automation, and RegTech applications within People Operations (preferred)