Payroll, Compensation & Benefits Intern

Sezzle

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

Posted 11/2/2026full-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 data accuracy and process improvement in a fast-paced environment.

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Payroll OperationsData AnalysisGoogle Workspace ProficiencySpanish FluencyAI and Automation Experience

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingData EntryReconciliationBenefits AdministrationCompensation ResearchData Quality ChecksTax Form FilingColombian Labor ComplianceHRIS ManagementProcess Documentation

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailStrong Work EthicIntellectual CuriosityDiscretion and IntegrityEagerness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

Google WorkspaceMicrosoft ExcelHRIS PlatformsBenefits PlatformsLarge Language Model Tools

Industry Keywords

ERISAACAFLSAColombian PayrollRegTechPeople OperationsComplianceEmployee LifecycleAutomationHigh-Growth Environment

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 for the annual compensation review cycle
Manage vendor invoices, track reconciliations, and prepare payment requests for payroll and benefits providers
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 questions regarding payroll, benefits, and compensation
Document and map processes to identify automation and efficiency opportunities
Support employee leave of absences, disability claims, and COBRA administration
Participate in AI and automation initiatives, including testing tools and contributing to process improvements
Assist in collecting and filing payroll and benefits tax forms
Support ad-hoc People Operations projects related to company growth, bank charter readiness, and international expansion

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current university student or recent graduate in Finance
Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy
Proficiency in Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
English proficiency, written and verbal, for daily collaboration with US-based teams
Spanish fluency, native or near-native
Strong work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and eagerness to learn new domains
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)