Job Description:
Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region (Heredia, Costa Rica)
Huntsman Corporation is a global leader in differentiated and specialty chemicals, with a strong commitment to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. With operations in over 30 countries and a workforce of approximately 9,000 associates, we offer dynamic career opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.
Huntsman is seeking a Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region supporting the Global Business Services (GBS) Division located in San José, Costa Rica. This position will report to the America’s Payroll Manager.
Job ScopeWe are currently seeking a Payroll Analyst to join our Global Business Services (GBS) Center in San José, supporting payroll operations for Mexico, Costa Rica, and Colombia under a Managed Services model. This role reports to the America’s Payroll Manager in Costa Rica.
In summary, as the Payroll Analyst – LATAM Region, you will:Payroll Oversight & Validation: Coordinate and validate payroll inputs and outputs from external vendors, ensuring accuracy in calculations related to social security, income tax, holidays, severance, and other statutory components.
Data Management & Reporting: Prepare and deliver payroll-related data and reports, ensuring timely and compliant processing across all supported countries.
Employee Lifecycle Support: Manage employee lifecycle events (onboarding, transfers, terminations) in collaboration with HR and external vendors, ensuring accurate payroll impact.
Audit & Compliance: Serve as the primary point of contact for internal and external payroll audits, liaising between auditors and vendors to ensure documentation and compliance.
Regulatory Knowledge: Adhere to local labor laws and payroll regulations in Costa Rica, Colombia, and Mexico, ensuring corporate policies and legal requirements.
System & Process Optimization: Utilize tools such as Workday and ServiceNow to support payroll processes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
You must possess the below minimum qualifications to be initially considered for this position. Preferred qualifications are in addition to the minimum requirements and are considered a plus factor in identifying top candidates.
The candidate must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in Costa Rica.
Candidates must work on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays at our office located in AFZ, Heredia. Additional office days may be required as needed or during corporate visits.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- Strong communication skills in English (B2 level).
- 2+ years of hands‑on payroll experience for Costa Rica, within a multinational or shared services environment. Experience must include:
- Validating statutory payroll calculations
- Reviewing payroll outputs, not only submitting inputs or performing administrative tasks
Skills and knowledge
Proficiency in Excel.
Assertive and clear communication.
Accountability and ownership.
Self-motivation and initiative.
Effective time management.
Customer-centric approach.
Team-oriented mindset.
Familiarity with labor regulations in Mexico, Colombia, and the U.S.
Experience with ServiceNow or similar ticketing systems.
An analytical mindset with a focus on accuracy and results.
Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities.
Strong organizational awareness and team collaboration skills.
Experience with Workday HCM.
Huntsman is proud to promote equal opportunity in the workplace All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or any other protected characteristic.
All unsolicited resumes presented by recruitment agencies are treated as pro bono information or service and will not be compensated.
Huntsman is aware of scams involving fraudulent job offers. We do not make job offers until after a candidate has submitted a job application and has participated in an interview. Please be advised that any job offer that requires payment or requires you to deposit a check is likely a scam. If you have questions about any open positions at Huntsman or Rubicon, please visit our Careers website at http://www.huntsman.com/corporate/a/Careers.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 2+ years of experience in payroll operations within a multinational or shared services environment
- Strong communication skills in English (B2 level)
- Proficiency in Excel
Huntsman Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage (medical/dental/vision) and EAP are consistently described as solid, with multiple plan options cited. Strong health benefits are frequently highlighted as a relative strength in the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings include a 401(k) with employer contributions and equity through a stock incentive plan, with legacy pension arrangements for some groups. Retirement features are repeatedly referenced as a positive component of total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid time off, holidays, and floating days are described as good to very good in many roles. Vacation accrual is said to increase with seniority in some locations.
Huntsman Corporation Insights
What We Do
Huntsman Corporation is a publicly traded global manufacturer and marketer of differentiated and specialty chemicals with 2019 revenues of approximately $7 billion. Our chemical products number in the thousands and are sold worldwide to manufacturers serving a broad and diverse range of consumer and industrial end markets. We operate more than 70 manufacturing, R&D and operations facilities in approximately 30 countries and employ approximately 9,000 associates within our four distinct business divisions. We view our customers as valued partners. That’s why we believe in a collaborative approach to client relations and work directly with our customers to develop new chemical components that meet their unique needs. Our dedication to our customers is matched only by our dedication to the environment. As part of our commitment to bettering the industry, we strive to operate safe, clean, efficient facilities in an environmentally and socially responsible manner. This means actively seeking opportunities to leverage our resources to assist those in need around the world. It’s all part of our growth-driven approach, which reflects the spirit of free enterprise and is centered on creating mutual benefits for customers, employees, suppliers and the communities where we work.
