Payroll Director

Description

Ready to transform payroll from a back-office function into a strategic powerhouse? We’re looking for a visionary leader who thrives on precision, innovation, and impact – someone who can elevate our payroll operations while empowering teams and driving financial clarity. If you’re passionate about making payroll a competitive advantage, apply today!

• Supervise and mentor payroll staff, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous development.
• Oversee accurate and timely payroll processing across weekly, bi‑weekly, and monthly cycles for multi‑state operations.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wage laws, tax regulations, and benefit deductions.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and IT to resolve payroll discrepancies and support cross‑functional initiatives.
• Lead payroll system upgrades and integrations in partnership with IT and HRIS teams.
• Develop and implement payroll policies and procedures to enhance accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Provide payroll data and analysis to support financial forecasting and strategic planning.
• Manage payroll adjustments, manual checks, and reconciliation with the general ledger.
• Prepare and submit required government filings (e.g., W‑2, 401(k), HSA, tax reports).
• Maintain secure payroll records and audit trails; lead internal and external audits with timely resolution of findings.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Minimum of 10 years of payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll systems (e.g., UKG, Acumatica), tax codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex payroll operations in a multi‑division environment.
• Successful leadership in a HRIS implementation project.

In addition to a competitive wage, the selected candidate will enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, wellness programs, STD, LTD, life insurance, company matching 401(k), and pension. Green Bay Packaging benefits may vary by position or division.

Started in 1933, Green Bay Packaging Inc. is a family owned, vertically integrated company consisting of corrugated container plants, a folding carton facility, recycled and virgin container board mills, pressure‑sensitive label roll stock plants, timberlands, a paper slitting operation, and a sawmill facility. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wis., Green Bay Packaging Inc. employs over 4,600 team members and operates 40 facilities in 16 states, each with a dedication to innovative development of its products and forestry resources, with a focus on safety, sustainability, quality, and continuous improvement.

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