Payroll Specialist

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us. 

Job Title: Payroll Specialist

Reports to: Dir, Payroll

Location: Goleta, CA (Hybrid)

We celebrate diversity--of your background, your experiences and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Position Purpose / Summary Statement

The Payroll Specialist will:

• Process and manage payroll for non-US entities in North America, including implementations, HRIS integrations, and Time and Attendance installations

• Amend, upgrade, and optimize payroll processes to align with Deckers’ best practices

• Collaborate with Global Mobility, Corporate Tax, General Accounting, and Legal teams

• Support US payroll as a backup processor and assist with ad hoc reporting

• Develop and deliver training videos for North America payroll systems

Organizational Relationships

• Develop and maintain productive, effective, and professional relationships with peers, superiors, auditors, and others

• Represent the company in a positive and supportive manner at all times

Principal Accountabilities & Functions

• Ensure SOX compliance

• Manage and process payroll for all Mexican entities

• Design, enhance, and train on new payroll practices

• Handle all North America reporting including compliance agencies, benefit vendors, general accounting requests, and ad hoc reporting related to wages, hours, garnishments, and deferrals

• Act as subject matter expert for payroll processes during implementation events

• Serve as backup processor for US and Canada payroll

• Develop training materials and deliver training for all payroll products in North America, including Time and Attendance and middleware programs

• Collaborate with accounting teams in the US, Canada, and Mexico on vendor billing, payroll general ledgers, and accounting solutions

Required Qualifications

Education / Experience

• BA in Accounting or equivalent experience

• 3 years of payroll experience

• CPP preferred

• Associate’s degree in business preferred

Required Competencies

Skills / Knowledge / Behavior

• Experience in mid to large-sized companies

• Familiarity with SOX 404 compliance

• Experience with large payroll software packages (ADP strongly preferred)

Functional Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft applications

• Highly intelligent and self-directing

• Quick learner of new software systems (e.g., Oracle, ADP)

• Motivated self-starter with a drive for excellence

• Strong independent judgment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to work effectively in complex global organizations under competing priorities

• High degree of integrity and discretion

• Experience with ADP in a publicly traded company

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Payroll certifications preferred

What We'll Give You –

• Competitive Pay and Bonuses - We’ve created a variety of competitive compensation programs to foster career development, reward success and to show our employees just how much they’re valued.

• Financial Planning and wellbeing - No matter what financial goals our employees have set, we want to help them get there. Our plans provide powerful ways to protect income, pay for expenses and invest in the future.

• Time away from work - Sometimes we need time away to be with family, focus on our health or just simply recharge. Our plans support our employees’ needs to get out, get healthy and come back stronger than ever.

• Extras, discounts and perks - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras

• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That’s why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development.

• Health and Wellness - There’s nothing basic about our comprehensive health and wellness programs and offerings. While at work and at play, we aim to support a healthy lifestyle.

$78,000 - $83,000 - The salary range posted reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this role in Goleta, CA. Individual pay will be determined by location and additional factors, including job related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all the other beautiful parts of your identity.