Global Payroll Manager

Digicert - Lehi, UT

Full-time - Mid Level

Lehi, UT

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

DigiCert is a leading global security authority that is transforming the digital trust landscape. We provide encryption solutions that are trusted by major e-commerce brands, large corporations, cloud providers, and even critical systems like financial infrastructures and medical devices. As one of the fastest-growing security solutions companies, we simplify Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) processes, offering identity, authentication, and encryption solutions for the web and the Internet of Things (IoT). We are currently seeking a talented Global Payroll and Accounting Manager to join our team. The Global Payroll and Accounting Manager will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and reviewing payroll processing systems to ensure the timely and accurate processing of payroll transactions, including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions. This role involves overseeing the bi-weekly and monthly payroll processes in a fast-paced environment using multiple payroll systems. The manager will provide employees with information regarding paychecks and assist in resolving any discrepancies or questions related to employee pay. In addition, the Global Payroll and Accounting Manager will work closely with Human Resources on various programs, including benefits administration, personnel audits, and 401(k) processes. The role requires maintaining familiarity with current tax regulations and procedures, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local payroll laws, and facilitating audits by providing necessary records and documentation. The manager will also lead a team of payroll specialists, managing performance, setting goals, and fostering strong employee relationships. This position is ideal for a highly motivated team player with excellent organizational, prioritization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and review payroll processing systems to ensure timely & accurate processing of payroll transactions including salaries, benefits, garnishments, taxes, and other deductions.
• Oversee the processing of bi-weekly/monthly payroll in a fast-paced environment using multiple payroll systems.
• Provide employees with information regarding paychecks and assist in resolving discrepancies/questions in regard to employee pay.
• Ensure that the appropriate controls and procedures are in place and being followed regarding payroll processing to ensure effective and efficient processes.
• Work closely with Human Resources on programs such as benefits administration, personnel audits, 401(k) process, testing, and reporting, and other business reporting.
• Coordinate timely and accurate transmission/receipt of payroll files and records to third-party payroll or benefit vendors and ensure payments are made timely.
• Maintain familiarity with current tax regulations and procedures.
• Work with managers across all departments to ensure payroll is performed correctly.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained: ensure department files are locked as appropriate, discuss employee issues only with authorized personnel, and exercise discretion in conversations in open areas.
• Assist with special projects, such as research for audit support, as requested.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll, wage, and hour laws and best practices.
• Support the payroll accounting manager and team with any information required to ensure accurate & timely accounting records and financial reporting are maintained.
• Facilitate audits by providing records and documentation to auditors.
• Lead a team of payroll specialists by managing performance, setting goals, and maintaining strong employee relationships.
• Perform and/or manage ad-hoc projects, as requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field required.
• 4+ years in Payroll Administration.
• Knowledge of general payroll practices, IRS and multi-State regulations.
• Excellent payroll administration skills with strong attention to detail, the ability to meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service-oriented individual with strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills including the ability to interact effectively and independently with senior management across the organization.
• Adaptable to change.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong system skills for various payroll systems, including ADP or Streamline.
• Proficient in Excel.

Benefits

• Generous time off policies
• Top shelf benefits
• Education, wellness and lifestyle support
• Competitive benefits package for all full-time employees.