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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 Bring Technical 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. Who We Are AGP is a cooperatively-owned agribusiness engaged in procuring, processing, marketing, and transporting of oilseeds, grains, and related products. Since our creation in 1983, AGP has grown in size, scope, and reputation – both in the U.S. and internationally. Our company has become the largest soybean processing cooperative in the world and has a diverse set of products, which includes renewable fuels, vegetable oil refining, ag products/grain, and international operations. AGP values its employees by offering competitive pay and a compensation package that includes: • 100% employer funded pension plan • 401k (Roth and traditional options) with a company match • Health, dental and vision insurance • Life, long-term and short-term disability insurance • Health savings account, medical and dependent care flex spending accounts • Paid time off Ag Processing Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify