What are the responsibilities and job description for the Payroll and Benefits lead position at Universal Display Corporation?
At Universal Display Corporation (Nasdaq: OLED) (UDC), we’re changing the way people see the world.
If you’re reading this on a smartphone, there’s a good chance UDC’s materials are producing the light and color shining from your screen right now. UDC’s OLED ingredients are key parts of stunning, energy-efficient displays used in everything from smartwatches to mobile phones, tablets, laptops, monitors, TVs and automobiles. Virtually every OLED consumer electronics product around the world uses UDC’s OLED materials and technologies.
UDC is a publicly traded company and pioneer in the OLED industry. When you join our global team, you are embarking on a journey at the forefront of display technology and organic electronics that impacts the daily lives of people around the world. From engineers to chemists, Ph.D. scientists, technicians, lawyers, accountants and more, our UDC team is continuously advancing our field. With a focus on energy efficiency, UDC’s team is contributing to making a better, more sustainable planet. Please visit us at www.oled.com.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Payroll and Benefits lead in our global payroll and benefits operations. This role is responsible for the accurate and compliant execution of payroll and benefits programs and for driving process optimization, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to long-term planning in these critical HR functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and forward-thinking, with the ability to operate at both tactical and strategic levels in a dynamic, global environment.
Location:
Our global headquarters is based in our Ewing, New Jersey campus. The campus includes our Technology & Innovation Center, our Corporate Offices and our Collaboration Center which includes our gym and fully staffed cafeteria. This is a hybrid role with the typical work week on-site Monday through Thursday, with the option to work fully remote on Fridays.
Responsibilities:
Global Payroll
Our company began 30 years ago, became listed on the NASDAQ as a public company in 1996, and today our technologies are used in billions of devices around the world. Our team members are a group of highly dedicated professionals, living our values of collaboration, integrity, inclusivity, respect, inventiveness, versatility and profitable fun. Our company cares about its team members, and our team members care about the success of the company.
We are a global leader in OLED and advanced technologies. We welcome those who love innovation, are intrigued by next-generation science, and enjoy working in a collaborative and exciting company environment.
If you’re reading this on a smartphone, there’s a good chance UDC’s materials are producing the light and color shining from your screen right now. UDC’s OLED ingredients are key parts of stunning, energy-efficient displays used in everything from smartwatches to mobile phones, tablets, laptops, monitors, TVs and automobiles. Virtually every OLED consumer electronics product around the world uses UDC’s OLED materials and technologies.
UDC is a publicly traded company and pioneer in the OLED industry. When you join our global team, you are embarking on a journey at the forefront of display technology and organic electronics that impacts the daily lives of people around the world. From engineers to chemists, Ph.D. scientists, technicians, lawyers, accountants and more, our UDC team is continuously advancing our field. With a focus on energy efficiency, UDC’s team is contributing to making a better, more sustainable planet. Please visit us at www.oled.com.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced Payroll and Benefits lead in our global payroll and benefits operations. This role is responsible for the accurate and compliant execution of payroll and benefits programs and for driving process optimization, identifying opportunities for improvement, and contributing to long-term planning in these critical HR functions. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, collaborative, and forward-thinking, with the ability to operate at both tactical and strategic levels in a dynamic, global environment.
Location:
Our global headquarters is based in our Ewing, New Jersey campus. The campus includes our Technology & Innovation Center, our Corporate Offices and our Collaboration Center which includes our gym and fully staffed cafeteria. This is a hybrid role with the typical work week on-site Monday through Thursday, with the option to work fully remote on Fridays.
Responsibilities:
Global Payroll
- Manage and process domestic and international payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance with local laws
- Administer wage garnishments, tax levies, and other deductions in accordance with legal requirements
- Collaborate with managers to ensure proper and timely approval of time and attendance records
- Provide payroll data and reports to our Finance Department as needed
- Maintain state tax and unemployment accounts and records
- Oversee the Paid Time Off (PTO) program to ensure consistency with company policies
- Respond to employment verifications and unemployment claims promptly
- Generate and distribute payroll-related reports and summaries
- Act as a subject matter expert on payroll best practices and system usage
- Assist with auditor inquiries and reporting
- Support equity administration processes
- Help manage benefit programs including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability plans
- Coordinate with benefits brokers on enrollments, terminations, life events, and address changes
- Support open enrollment processes
- Support vendor relationships and serve as a key liaison with benefits brokers and carriers
- Advise employees on benefit eligibility and plan details
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date benefits documentation and records
- Assist in the creation of employee benefits materials and communications
- Perform monthly reconciliations of benefits invoices
- Support Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and leave of absence cases (e.g., FMLA, parental leave)
- Assist EH&S as needed with Workers’ Compensation management
- Help administer the 401(k) plan, including onboarding and record updates
- Assist with annual 401(k) plan audit
- Address employee inquiries related to payroll, benefits, and HR policies
- Ensure compliance with all relevant payroll and benefits laws and regulations
- Organize and maintain confidential employee files
- Update and maintain employee records in the HRIS and physical files
- Take on additional HR projects and duties as assigned
- 10 years of experience in payroll and benefits administration; international experience is a plus
- Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in accounting or related field is ideal
- Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) or Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) is a plus
- Proficient in HRIS systems and advanced Excel skills
- Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Discretion and professionalism in handling confidential information
- Strong competitive salary
- Significant bonus and equity opportunity annually
- 401K, Medical/Dental/Vision, FSA, PTO, Professional Development Stipend, Charitable Matching & PTO for Giving, EV Charging Station, Gym, All-day Cafeteria
Our company began 30 years ago, became listed on the NASDAQ as a public company in 1996, and today our technologies are used in billions of devices around the world. Our team members are a group of highly dedicated professionals, living our values of collaboration, integrity, inclusivity, respect, inventiveness, versatility and profitable fun. Our company cares about its team members, and our team members care about the success of the company.
We are a global leader in OLED and advanced technologies. We welcome those who love innovation, are intrigued by next-generation science, and enjoy working in a collaborative and exciting company environment.
