Payroll Manager

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Payroll Manager at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement, based in our Evanston, Illinois office.

The Payroll Manager is responsible for the oversight and compliance of payroll, payroll taxes, time and attendance, and related systems and processes. This role will ensure accuracy in all aspects of payroll functions for UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE).

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

At UL Research Institutes (ULRI) and UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk, created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

What you'll learn and achieve :

As the Payroll Manager, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you :

• Oversee all aspects of in-house payroll processing for US in accordance with federal, state, and local legislation, corporate policies, and industry best practices, adhering to the payroll schedule to ensure paychecks are issued accurately and on time.
• Manage and maintain HRIS and employee data relating to payroll including earnings codes, tax locations, wage attachments, garnishments, deductions, and time and attendance system to ensure accuracy of all payroll related records.
• Oversee that all necessary payroll-related government reports and tax filings are performed in compliance with federal, state, and local tax codes, including filing and payment of tax withholding and various other government reporting.
• Manage International Employer of Record (EOR) and / or payroll vendor(s).
• Lead and manage Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist to ensure accurate and timely and accurate completion of payroll processing, resolving complex payroll discrepancies and ensuring compliance.
• Manage 401(k) contributions funding and reconciliation, support annual audits and compliance reporting, including filing Form 5500.
• Stay abreast of changing laws and best practices to inform process improvement and maintenance of systems integration, technology, and legal compliance.
• Collaborate with the finance department and employee benefits team to ensure accurate allocations relating to payroll.
• Establish and maintain employee centric payroll operation that includes development of self-service resources, proactive communications and prompt response to employee questions and requests.
• Create and maintain written procedures for all Payroll department functions.
• Provide information, reports, and analysis to management and / or internal audit as requested.
• Contribute to and / or lead other department specific and cross-functional initiatives.

What you'll experience working at UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement :

We have pursued our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world for nearly 130 years, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.

What makes you a great fit :

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes :

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include :

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

Our affiliate, UL Solutions, stands alongside us in working for a safer and more sustainable world. UL Solutions conducts testing, verification and certification, and provides training and advisory services, along with data-driven reporting and decision-making tools, for customers around the world.

To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org.

Salary Range :

$98,562.21-$135,523.04

Pay type : Salary