Sr Payroll Specialist

Payroll doesn’t have to be boring and neither should your next role. We’re on the hunt for a Senior Payroll Specialist who’s equal parts detail‑obsessed and process‑savvy, ready to keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. You’ll be the go‑to expert for all things payroll, ensuring every dollar lands where it should while helping us level up our systems and compliance game.

If you love numbers, live for accuracy, and enjoy making complex things feel simple, we’d love to meet you.

• Review and audit payroll data for accuracy, including timekeeping records, new hires, terminations, transfers, promotions, and compensation changes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable wage, hour, and tax laws at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Back up processing of end‑to‑end payrolls on a weekly, bi‑weekly, and monthly basis for 5,000+ employees across multiple locations.
• Prepare and file payroll tax returns and support year‑end tax reporting, including W2 filing.
• Balance payroll general ledger accounts.
• Document and communicate processes and procedures to the organization.
• Resolve employee inquiries related to payroll, deductions, garnishments, and other pay‑related issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain payroll records and reports in accordance with company policies and government regulations.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, and Benefits teams to ensure proper data integration and accuracy.
• Support audits (internal and external) by providing necessary payroll information and documentation.
• Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of payroll operations.
• Train and mentor Payroll Specialists as needed.

• 5+ years of payroll processing experience, with at least 1 year in a senior or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
• Proficiency in payroll software, UKG preferred.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage confidential data with a high level of integrity.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) preferred.
• Experience with multi‑state payroll preferred.
• Familiarity with UKG systems and integrations preferred.

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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