Payroll Supervisor

The Payroll Supervisor will manage and oversee the payroll function, serving approximately 2,000 multi-state and multi-country employees across manufacturing and corporate environments. This critical role is responsible for ensuring the timely, accurate, and compliant bi-weekly payroll process, managing a team of one to two specialists, and driving continuous process improvements using the current HRIS/Payroll system. Success in this role requires a strong focus on high-volume manufacturing complexities (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, production bonuses) and exceptional attention to tax and regulatory compliance.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Put safety first - Always!
• Lead and foster our "people first" culture.
• Payroll Operations & Execution
  • Manage the end-to-end processing of accurate bi-weekly payroll for approximately 2,000 hourly and salaried U.S. employees across multiple states, including all associated tax, deduction, and garnishment processing.
  • Process and validate complex payroll inputs specific to manufacturing, including shift premiums, overtime, production incentives/bonuses, and complex time & attendance rules.
  • Oversee or process all off-cycle payrolls, special payments (e.g., bonuses, severance), and periodic payrolls related to stock compensation transactions.
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of one to two Payroll Specialists, ensuring cross-training, high performance, and adherence to established service level agreements.
• Compliance, Tax, and Audit
  • Maintain complete responsibility for the oversight, review, and reconciliation of all federal, state, and local payroll tax filings, ensuring compliance with current regulations (IRS, FLSA, etc.).
  • Serve as the primary lead for all internal and external payroll audits, including 401(k), workers' compensation, and tax authority examinations.
  • Manage the relationship with the third-party vendor for international payrolls (Canada, UK, Germany), ensuring data integrity and timely information exchange.
  • Ensure accurate deduction of all garnishments, deductions, and benefits in compliance with legal requirements.
• Financial Integration & Reporting
  • Serve as the key liaison to the Finance/Accounting department.
  • Responsible for the accurate and timely recording of all payroll financial entries into the General Ledger (e.g., JDE) and performing monthly and quarterly reconciliations of key payroll-related accounts (e.g., liabilities, accruals, taxes).
  • Develop, generate, and distribute routine and ad-hoc payroll reports for management, finance, and operational business partners.
• Systems and Process Improvement
  • Become the subject matter expert (SME) for the company's HRIS/Payroll system (e.g., UKG, ADP, Kronos, JDE), utilizing its full capabilities to drive automation and efficiency.
  • Establish, document, and continuously improve best practice payroll processes and procedures to ensure scalability and strong internal controls in a high-growth environment.
  • Collaborate closely with HR and Operations to resolve complex time and attendance issues and drive continuous improvement initiatives related to data flow and accuracy.

DIRECT REPORTS

Manage and provide ongoing performance, coaching, and professional development opportunities for a team of 1 - 2 direct reports, including Payroll Specialists.

JOB LOCATION

Winchester, Virginia, United States

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time/Regular

EXPERIENCE

We are looking for leaders with a minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible experience in payroll administration and a minimum of 3 years experience directly managing payroll staff and processes.

• Required Skills & Experience
  • Experience managing processes and people to successfully achieve or exceed desired results.
  • Experience processing multi-state payroll for 2,000+ employees
  • Working knowledge of best payroll practices and fundamental accounting principles.
  • Comprehensive understanding of federal and state payroll regulations.
  • Experience with integration/interface between Time & Attendance systems and Payroll.
  • Comprehensive understanding of federal and state payroll regulations (FLSA, IRS).
  • Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUPs) and HRIS/Payroll systems (e.g. UKG, Kronos, JDE).
• Preferred Skills & Experience
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
  • Certified Payroll Practitioner or similar certification preferred.

At Trex, we believe in persevering even when there's no road map, embracing groundbreaking as a way of life. We encourage multiple perspectives and welcome diverse people who problem-solve, adapt, and innovate - always with a firm foundation in safety and integrity.

SALARY

Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000 annually.

The salary range provided serves as a general guideline for potential compensation for this position. It reflects the base salary and does not account for other benefits or additional compensation opportunities that may apply. This role is also eligible for further compensation through an annual/sales bonus, in addition to the base salary.

At Trex, individual base salaries are determined based on various factors, including relevant skills, qualifications, experience, and geographic location. We are committed to maintaining pay equity and consider the internal equity of our existing team members when finalizing compensation offers. In addition to competitive pay, Trex offers a comprehensive benefits package, which is detailed below.

BENEFITS & PERKS


We believe that real effort should be rewarded. We take care of you as part of our Trex family so you can take care of yours. Here are some of the perks beyond the paycheck:

• Time Off: We'll give you paid holidays and paid vacation.
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance : Choose from a variety of options. We'll cover a generous share of the cost. Plus, you can earn lower rates through our wellness program.
• 401(k) With Company Match : Save for your retirement and we'll match it dollar for dollar.
• Tuition Reimbursement: We're all about lifting each other to the next level. When you're ready to get the degree, we'll pick up part of the tab.
• Training and Education : We offer dozens of options to boost your performance - both online and on-site nearby.
• Stock Purchase Program : Invest in Trex at a discounted price.
• Employee Discount Program: When you make the World's No. 1 Decking Brand, you'll probably want to enjoy the finished product yourself. We'll give you a discount.

WHO WE ARE

Over 30 years ago, our founders created the world's first high-performance, low-maintenance composite decking and outdoor living products. That entrepreneurial spirit still drives us today as we continue to redefine our industry and lead the way for what's next in outdoor living. Today, Trex is the world's #1 brand of sustainability-made, wood-alternative decking, and deck railing - all proudly manufactured in the USA. As a publicly traded company [NYSE: TREX], we take pride in being the largest recycler of plastic film in the country as well as caring for the communities and the planet where we live. We nurture meaningful connections, from local engagement and investment to eco-friendly products and sustainable manufacturing processes.

Everything we do is grounded in our values and guided by our beliefs. We are looking for candidates who embody our core values:

• Do the Right Thing
• Act with Boldness and Authenticity
• Drive Sustainability
• Innovate and Adapt

At Trex, you'll become part of a diverse yet unified team that sustains the trailblazing spirit and strengths that made Trex the industry leader - learning, adapting, solving and succeeding.

We welcome new ideas and fresh perspectives, and we encourage you to bring your best to help us shape the future of Trex.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

At Trex, you can take pride in craftsmanship. There's an art and a science to what we do, and we never stop working to refine and improve. That means no matter how long you've been with Trex, you have ongoing opportunities to grow your expertise - enhancing your career, your team and our shared efforts. You will help shape our future.

EEO

Trex is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to these or any other characteristics protected by law.

E-VERIFY

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