Ag Processing Inc (AGP) is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead and continuously improve our corporate payroll function across multiple entities. This is a high-visibility role responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll operations while partnering closely with HR, Accounting, and IT to enhance systems and processes.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, multi-state environment and enjoy leading teams, strengthening controls, and improving payroll operations through technology, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
What You'll Do- Lead & Develop the Payroll Team
- Supervise daily payroll operations, assign and review work, coach team members, and address personnel matters.
- Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure Compliance & Accuracy
- Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local payroll laws and regulations.
- Ensure company payroll policies are applied consistently across all entities.
- Own Payroll Systems & Controls
- Design, implement, and maintain payroll processes and internal controls.
- Validate payroll accuracy and ensure proper posting to the general ledger.
- Maintain payroll schedules, bi-weekly processing, management reporting, and system updates.
- Drive Process Improvement
- Partner with HR, Accounting, and IT to automate and streamline payroll processes.
- Test and implement system upgrades and enhancements within Workday.
- Manage Critical Deliverables
- Lead year-end payroll activities, including accurate and timely W-2 issuance.
- Review payroll-related invoices and confirm billing accuracy.
- Successfully manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Support the Business
- Communicate effectively with employees and leaders at all levels.
- Lead special projects and initiatives as assigned.
What You BringTechnical Expertise- Strong knowledge of payroll tax laws, compliance requirements, and accounting principles.
- Hands-on experience with Workday Payroll, Workday Time Tracking, and Workday HCM preferred.
- Experience processing payroll for a large, multi-state employer.
- Oracle General Ledger experience preferred.
Leadership & Professional Skills- Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate payroll professionals.
- Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Education & Experience- Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting (Accounting strongly preferred).
- Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) preferred.
- Hands-on payroll experience with Workday HCM, Time Tracking and Payroll, preferred, including leadership responsibilities.
- Experience in agriculture or manufacturing environments is a plus.
Why Join Us?- Lead payroll operations for a complex, multi-entity organization.
- Work with modern payroll technology and systems.
- Partner cross-functionally and influence process improvement.
- Join a stable organization with deep Midwest roots and long-term growth.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
