Manager, Payroll

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations.

With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.

Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

Payroll Manager- Blue Bell, PA- Hybrid:

The Payroll Manager will be responsible for managing the payroll team and coordinating the operations and workload of the US, Canada and Latam Payroll function.  

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate an understanding of payroll systems, payroll legislation, reporting requirements and compliance including SOX.  The role will report to the Finance Senior Manager based in Dublin and involve a significant amount of interaction with both external third parties and internal groups (Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Tax, etc.).  

The Payroll Manager will also be required to manage the bi-weekly/monthly delivery of accurate payroll payments timely, analyse data, provide reports to management as needed, assist with projects and continually evaluate current processes for areas of improvements.

Responsibilities: 

• As a manager, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
• Ensure day-to-day activities of the payroll team are accurate, of a high quality and in line with internal controls.
• Accountable for preparation/provision of bi-weekly/monthly payroll instructions to external payroll providers, checking results and approving accuracy.
• Ensure all payroll queries and out of cycle payment requests are dealt with in a timely manner.
• Responsible for all payroll process related audit queries, including the maintenance of SOX documentation.
• Completion of all year-end activities.
• Assist the Finance Senior Manager and Finance Director with ad-hoc project work.
• Management of a team of payroll specialists responsible for the delivery of accurate and timely payrolls for US, Canada and Latam Countries.
• Manage, coach and mentor team members to ensure they are trained appropriately, understand processes and follow them accordingly.

What you need: 

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• 3 to 5+ years of experience as a Payroll Manager.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills with an emphasis on customer service.
• Ability to work under pressure and to strict deadlines.
• Excellent administrative skills, including accurate data entry and record keeping.
• Ability to coach and mentor other direct reports and work as part of a team.
• Flexible, willing to take on new challenges.
• Excellent working knowledge of best practices with regard to all aspects of US, Canadian and LATAM Payroll an advantage, with experience of implementing/improving controls and driving efficiencies in a fast-moving environment.
• Expert user of the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Experience of working within a shared services environment advantageous

Benefits of Working in ICON:

Our success depends on the knowledge, capabilities and quality of our people. That’s why we are committed to developing our employees in a continuous learning culture – one where we challenge you with engaging work and where every experience adds to your professional development.

At ICON, our focus is to provide you with a comprehensive and competitive total reward package that comprises, not only an excellent level of base pay, but also a wide range of variable pay and recognition programs.  In addition, our best in class employee benefits, supportive policies and wellbeing initiatives are tailored to support you and your family at all stages of your career - both now, and into the future.

ICON, including subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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