Payroll Supervisor

CF Industries • Northbrook, IL

2d • $75,400 - $99,600

About The Position

The Payroll Supervisor provides operational leadership for assigned U.S. or Canada payroll operations, delivering accurate, timely, and compliant payroll services while strengthening internal controls, improving processes, and supporting business objectives. The role is responsible for operational excellence, risk mitigation, vendor oversight, and developing payroll team members to support scalable and reliable payroll operations.

The position leads payroll execution and review, supports tax and year-end activities, manages vendor performance, contributes to Workday and related-system projects, and provides reporting for business and audit needs. It also reviews processes and controls, coordinates corrective actions with the Payroll Manager, and coaches team members.

Requirements

• At least 7 years of payroll experience.
• Knowledge of U.S. or Canadian laws and regulations affecting payroll, including payroll practices and principles.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office, including Outlook and Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects while meeting short or unexpected deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, with strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and develop effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with high-volume payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including 1,500 or more active employee records.

Nice To Haves

• Canadian payroll processing experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.
• In-depth knowledge of tax and governmental compliance in Canada.
• Proficiency with Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution, review, audit, and finalization of assigned bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring operational accuracy, compliance, and accountability.
• Establish payroll priorities and monitor processing to ensure payrolls are completed accurately, on time, and in alignment with business and compliance requirements.
• Investigate and resolve federal, state/provincial, and local tax issues.
• Assist the manager with quarter-end and year-end tax balancing, W-2/T4 balancing, and reconciliation of year-end reports to quarterly reports in preparation for issuing W-2 forms.
• Lead implementation and monitoring of new and revised procedures, internal controls, and process improvements for the corporate payroll function.
• Manage payroll service vendor relationships by monitoring performance, auditing vendor activity, and confirming payroll taxes are paid timely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Support payroll system upgrades, patches, maintenance, and other technical projects for Workday and related systems supported by the payroll team.
• Provide reports for special requests, recurring items, and audit requests.
• Review bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll processes and procedures to confirm internal control requirements are met and established processes are followed; develop corrective actions with the Payroll Manager when deficiencies are identified.
• Coach, mentor, and develop payroll team members through guidance, performance feedback, cross-training, and support for professional growth.

Benefits

• Incentive program available to all full-time employees.
• Two medical plan options.
• Health savings plan with a company contribution and a match.
• Dental and vision benefits.
• Well-being incentive program.
• 401(k) Plan with the potential to receive between 10% and 13% employer contribution.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid time off programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed