The Payroll Supervisor will oversees day-to-day supervision of the payroll team plus payroll processing while ensuring compliance with labor laws, maintaining payroll records, and resolving payroll discrepancies. This role involves collaboration with HR and Finance teams. 

The position is located in office at our Global HQ's in Westerville, Ohio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Team Management: Supervise and lead a payroll team, ensuring effective collaboration, and assigning tasks to meet deadlines.
• Payroll Processing: Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll, including calculating wages, deductions, and withholdings.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding payroll taxes, wage and hour laws, and other relevant standards.
• Record Maintenance: Manage employee records, including updating information, tracking leave balances, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve payroll discrepancies, errors, and inquiries promptly, collaborating with HR and finance as needed.
• Software Management: Utilize and manage payroll software systems, staying informed about updates and implementing improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Reporting: Generate and analyze payroll reports for management, providing insights into payroll-related metrics and trends.
• Audit Support: Prepare for and participate in payroll audits, ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with audit requirements.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the development and implementation of payroll policies and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with employees, addressing payroll-related queries and providing guidance on payroll matters.
• Training: Train staff on payroll procedures, updates, and compliance requirements, ensuring a skilled and knowledgeable team.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and efficiency in payroll operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of previous payroll team lead or supervisory experience is required.
• Proficiency in US Payroll is essential; Canadian payroll experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement standard operating procedures for the payroll department.
• Strong understanding of time and attendance principles for accurate payroll processing.
• Technical proficiency in payroll systems, including but not limited to ADP, OTL, or others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with experience in creating VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of payroll procedures are essential for success in this role.

PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• None

TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED

• None

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv’s Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

• Customer Focus
• Operational Excellence
• High-Performance Culture
• Innovation
• Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

• Own It
• Act With Urgency
• Foster a Customer-First Mindset
• Think Big and Execute
• Lead by Example
• Drive Continuous Improvement
• Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we offer the stability of a global leader in a growing industry and the opportunity of a startup. We design, manufacture and service the mission-critical infrastructure technologies for vital applications in data centers, communication networks and commercial and industrial environments. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach in nearly 70 countries, our move to establish a standalone business enables us to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com. If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company’s career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.