Payroll Director

Green Bay Packaging • Green Bay, WI

67d

About The Position

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!

Requirements

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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, 401K, HSA, tax reports).
• Maintain secure payroll records and audit trails; lead internal and external audits with timely resolution of findings.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Paper Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees