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TMF Group is a leading provider of critical administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world. Our 9,100 experts and 120 offices in 85 jurisdictions worldwide serve corporates, financial institutions, asset managers, private clients and family offices, providing the combination of accounting, tax, payroll, fund administration, compliance and entity management services essential to global business
As an HR & Payroll Assistant, you will support the accurate and timely execution of payroll and HR administrative processes. You will help maintain employee records, process basic payroll tasks, ensure compliance with local legislation, and assist in preparing reports and documentation.
This role is ideal for someone detail‑oriented, organized, and eager to grow within a global environment. You will collaborate with internal teams, handle sensitive information with confidentiality, and contribute to continuous improvements in payroll and HR operations.
Process payroll administration in accordance with the current legislation.
• Ensuring that payroll processes are in compliance with local regulations, legal and taxation standards, procedures and comply with legislative obligations as well as TMF internal and global guidelines and internal auditing requirements (e.g. ISAE certification).
• Processing of low complexity process that are expected to be processed independently from the beginning to the end such as reconciliation of payroll on monthly basis, data entry, starters and leavers, salary payments and others related.
• Prepare regular client specific and statutory monthly reports.
• Assist in the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees, including data entry, calculations, and verification of hours worked.
• Support the maintenance of payroll records and employee information in the payroll system, ensuring completeness and accuracy.
• Assist in the preparation of payroll reports, including earnings statements, tax filings, and other relevant reports.
• Contribute to process improvements and efficiency enhancements in payroll operations, identifying opportunities for automation and standarization.
• Keeping track of relevant changes in legislative concerning the assigned payroll agenda.
• Maintain confidentiality of payroll information and handle sensitive data with discretion.
Currently enrolled in a university (at least 6th semester), or possess a technologist diploma or equivalent; further education in accounting, finance or a related field is advantageous.
• Prior experience in payroll processing or related administrative functions (Minimum 1 year).
• Familiarity with payroll software systems (e.g., VISMA, SOFTLAND, PROTHEUS, or others) and intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Basic knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, and compliance requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and calculations.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and sense of problem solving.
• Ability of multitasking and task prioritizing.
• Ability to work independently, be proactive and have a pro-client approach.
• Team and service oriented.
• Communicative level of English or Portugues language verbal and written (B2), if is required by the specific market.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information responsibly.
Pathways for career development
- Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work.
- We provide internal career opportunities, so you can take your career further within TMF.
- Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy.
Making an impact
- You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients.
- Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work.
A supportive environment
- Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace.
- Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best.