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# Payroll Specialist at Genius Sports

- **Company:** Genius Sports
- **Location:** Medellín Antioquia, Colombia
- **Posted:** 2026-09-09
- **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-13
- **Apply:** https://boards.greenhouse.io/geniussports/jobs/7989206003?gh_jid=7989206003

## Job description

By bringing together next-gen technology and the finest live data available, Genius Sports is enabling a new era of sports for fans worldwide, delivering experiences that are more immersive, interactive and personalised than ever before. Learn more at [geniussports.com](https://www.geniussports.com/)

This role is also eligible for hybrid working (1-2days in the office).

## THE ROLE & TEAM

This role will bridge the gap between our Finance and People teams to ensure that our Colombia payroll is processed seamlessly. We are looking for someone who has a drive for change and optimising our current processes as well as a natural tendency to be in the detail.

Working within the Finance Team reporting into the Head of Transactional Processing, this role will work closely with the People Operations Team providing our Colombia payroll service.

Operational delivery excellence:  Responsible for the end-to-end operational delivery of the payroll including the employee experience with the monthly requirement of 100% accuracy.

Payroll and Benefits:  Day to day responsibility for the successful processing of payroll and benefits enrolment, working with our payroll and benefits providers and finance colleagues on the delivery of these monthly processes

People Processes and Controls: Ensuring compliance with internal policies, external regulations and that our SOX controls are met. Working with key stakeholders (e.g., people operations, the wider people team, systems and data team) to develop new ways of working that may be more effective and appropriate to our size.

Data, Systems & Documentation: Taking ownership of people data integrity within the payroll platform ensuring that it is aligned with Workday, that data accurate and regularly updated.  Support and promote effective use of Workday and other HR systems which impact and improve successful payroll delivery and accuracy.

Projects & Programmes: Act as the Finance team lead on payroll for projects relating to payroll governance, benefits renewals and implementation of any new people/benefits/payroll technology.

Communication & Ownership: Point of contact for business relationship with external providers for payroll’s managed, owning regular communication and process improvements with 3rd parties.

## DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

- Manage all aspects of payroll within Colombia
- Reviewing processed payroll for corrections;
- Ensure compliance with legislation and reporting requirements;
- Handle holiday, absence, PILON and sick pay calculations where required;
- Overseeing tax-related payroll returns;
- Participating in system improvements;
- Working closely with our tax team to run and manage year-end procedures.
- Maintaining internal controls and audit compliance;
- Managing pension, health care, CTW and other payroll related enrolments;
- Ensuring new employees and changes in our HRIS system (Workday) integrate and are reflected accurately in the payroll system;
- Provide advice and support regarding pay review, benchmarking etc;
- Provide general guidance to employees as required (e.g. on pensions, benefits in kind and end of year tax returns (if applicable);
- Support on global mobility activities, ensuring smooth transition for employees between current and future locations and payroll systems; and
- Ensure that our equity vesting (sell to cover) is reflected and managed accurately and compliantly within payroll.

## REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

- Deep knowledge of payroll processes and experience of optimising them;
- Working with external payroll providers and Employer of Records;
- Qualified Accountant with experience of operating within a global business environment
- Experience of working within internally and externally regulated frameworks e.g. ISO, Internal Audit requirements, SOX controls or similar.
- CIPP qualification and membership are desirable

We enjoy an ‘office-first’ culture and maximize opportunities to collaborate, connect and learn together. Our hybrid working models differ depending on your role and location.

As well as a competitive salary and range of benefits, we’re committed to supporting employee wellbeing and helping you grow your skills, experience and career. Learn more about how rewarding life at Genius can be at[Reward | Genius Sports.](https://www.geniussports.com/reward/)

One team, being brave, driving change

We strive to create an inclusive working environment, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and the ability to make a difference. Learn more about our values and culture at[Culture | Genius](https://www.geniussports.com/culture/)

Let us know when you apply if you need any assistance during the recruiting process due to a disability.

## About Genius Sports

## Company Overview
- **One-liner**: Genius Sports is a sports data and technology company that provides data management, video streaming, and integrity services to sports leagues, bookmakers, and media companies.
- **Entity Type**: Public (NYSE: GENI)
- **Headquarters**: London, United Kingdom
- **Founded**: 2001
- **Founders**: Not publicly available (key executives include Mark Locke, CEO; Jack Davison, CCO; Steven Burton, COO; Nick Taylor, CFO)

## Core Business
- Primary industry: Sports data, analytics, and technology
- Target customers: Sports leagues and teams, sportsbooks and betting operators, media companies and content owners, brands and advertisers (B2B)
- Mission: To champion a more sustainable sports ecosystem for everyone — connecting every moment on the pitch with the fans who consume it.

## Products & Services
- **Perform**: AI-powered sports performance analysis and officiating tools for teams and leagues.
- **Engage**: Fan engagement platform using real-time data, gamification, and personalised campaigns.
- **Bet**: Live betting solutions, including in-game odds and risk management, powered by AI for sportsbooks.
- **GeniusIQ**: AI-driven insights and algorithms for odds, risk, and marketing.
- **Data Capture & Sports Data API**: Real-time data collection and distribution across 240,000+ annual events.
- **FanHub**: Sports-first advertising platform for omni-channel fan activation and media buying.

## Market Standing
- **Valuation/Market Cap**: $586.6 million (as of mid-2026)
- **Key Metric**: Annual revenue of $669.5 million (most recent fiscal year)
- **Notable Investors/Partners**: Apax Partners (acquired in 2018), dMY Technology Group (SPAC merger for NYSE listing in 2021). Partners include major sports leagues and 650+ long-term partnerships.
- **Growth Signals**: 2,600 employees globally (+7.1% YoY); 800+ hires in 2024; operates in 113 countries; acquired Second Spectrum ($200M), Spirable, and FanHub Media.

## Competitive Advantages
- Exclusive official data partnerships with many of the world’s top sports leagues, providing a data moat.
- End-to-end platform covering data capture, AI analytics, betting, fan engagement, and advertising — a full-stack sports technology ecosystem.
- Deep AI and machine learning capabilities applied to live sports data for real-time insights and betting.
- Scale: 240,000+ events covered annually, 650+ partnerships, and a global footprint.

## Strategic Focus
- Continuing to expand AI-driven products (GeniusIQ, Perform) to drive revenue and efficiency for partners.
- Growing the FanHub advertising business to capture more brand spend in sports.
- Deepening relationships with leagues and content owners through data-rich fan experiences and integrity services.
- International expansion, especially in Asia Pacific and Latin America.

## Why Work Here
- **Culture**: Values include “One Team,” “Brave,” and “Drive Change” — collaborative, ambitious, and growth-minded environment.
- **Global Reach**: 18 offices across five continents (London, New York, Sofia, Vilnius, Tallinn, Medellin, Los Angeles, Melbourne, Singapore, Shanghai, and more).
- **Learning & Growth**: Multiple learning programs, skills development opportunities, and a fast-paced setting where everyone is encouraged to make an impact.
- **Wellbeing**: Initiatives promoting work-life balance, employee wellbeing, and a focus on belonging and inclusion.
- **Perks**: Competitive reward packages, job satisfaction, and the chance to work with cutting-edge sports tech and smartest minds in the industry.
- **Work Model**: Not explicitly stated as remote/hybrid; roles are posted with specific locations (London, New York, Medellin, etc.) suggesting office-based or hybrid arrangements.

## Sources
1. [geniussports.com](https://www.geniussports.com/)
2. [geniussports.com/about-us](https://www.geniussports.com/about-us/)
3. [geniussports.com/careers](https://www.geniussports.com/careers/)
4. [linkedin.com/company/geniussports](https://www.linkedin.com/company/geniussports)
5. [craft.co/genius-sports](https://craft.co/genius-sports)

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