Payroll Supervisor

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Regular Sturtevant, Sturtevant, WI, US

Job Title:Payroll Supervisor

Department:Human Resources

Reports to:Senior Total Rewards Manager

Location: Sturtevant, WI

Position Summary

The Payroll Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the company’s payroll process, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time while maintaining compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations. This role supervises payroll activities, resolves payroll issues, and partners with HR, Finance, and department leaders.

Compensation

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‐related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At ND Paper, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

About Us

ND Paper is a leading manufacturer of high‑quality pulp, paper, and packaging products in the United States, generating over half a billion dollars in annual sales. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited – the largest container board producer in the world – ND Paper is part of a global network committed to excellence and innovation. With two integrated pulp and paper mills in Rumford, Maine and Biron, Wisconsin, a packaging plant in Sturtevant, Wisconsin, and two sheeting facilities in Langhorne, Pennsylvania and Fairmont, West Virginia, the ND Paper family produces nearly one million tons of products annually.

Our 1,100 dedicated employees are the heart of our operations, and we are committed to fostering positive work environments where individuals can advance and thrive. At ND Paper, we are investing in our future, and that starts with our staff.

Key Responsibilities & Expected Results:

• Oversee the weekly/biweekly payroll process, including timekeeping, earnings, deductions, adjustments, and final payroll submission.
• Review payroll for accuracy and compliance and ensure all payroll deadlines are met.
• Supervise and support payroll staff, assigning work and providing training and guidance.
• Manage payroll records, employee changes, deductions, garnishments, taxes, and other payroll‑related transactions.
• Partner with HR and managers on new hires, terminations, transfers, pay changes, bonuses, leave, and other employee changes.
• Research and resolve employee payroll questions and discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations and set up new state tax jurisdictions as needed.
• Prepare payroll reports and assist Finance with payroll‑related reconciliations, audits, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee records while protecting confidential information.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiency.
• Work with payroll/HRIS vendors and troubleshoot system issues.
• Support year‑end payroll activities, including W‑2s, tax reporting, and audits.

Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s)

• Track and reduce payroll errors, adjustments, and employee pay discrepancies
• ≥99% accuracy with minimal payroll corrections or adjustments.
• 100% completion of required payroll tax filings, reporting, and compliance requirements by applicable deadlines.
• Timely resolution of employee payroll questions and issues, with a focus on first‑time resolution.

Qualifications and Skills

Education and Experience

• 3+ years of payroll experience, preferably with supervisory or lead experience.
• Strong understanding of…