Payroll Supervisor

CF Industries; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plan options

Health savings plan with company-con‑t

Dental and vision benefits

Well-being incentive program

401(k) employer match

Paid time off programs

Job summary

CF Industries is seeking a Payroll Supervisor to lead U.S. or Canada payroll operations, delivering accurate, timely, and compliant services while strengthening controls. The role supports growth of the payroll team and drives scalable processes across the organization.

The position supervises bi-weekly payrolls, coordinates year-end tasks, manages vendor relationships, and works with Workday and related systems to ensure precise payroll processing and reporting.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of payroll experience.
• Canadian payroll processing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of U.S. or Canadian laws and regulations affecting payroll.

Responsibilities

• Leads bi-weekly payrolls ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Establishes payroll priorities and monitors processing activities.
• Investigates tax issues at federal/state/local levels.
• Assists year-end processes including W-2 balancing and reconciliations.
• Oversees payroll system upgrades and vendor relationships.
• Provides reports for audits and special requests.
• Coaches payroll team for growth and development.

Skills

Payroll leadership

Workday Payroll

Tax compliance

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business Administration

Tools

Workday

Job description

Function: Human Resources

At CF Industries, our mission is to provide clean energy to feed and fuel the world sustainably. Our employees are focused on safe and reliable operations, environmental stewardship, and disciplined capital and corporate management. By joining CF, you will be part of a team that brings their varied experiences, wide-ranging knowledge and diverse talents together to deliver important work and you’ll be able to pursue complex, exciting opportunities that help you continue to grow and achieve your potential in different areas. You’ll take pride in working for a company that lives its values and where you can be yourself at work, as part of an authentic team that encourages you to share your views and opinions. Our eight manufacturing complexes in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom, an unparalleled storage, transportation and distribution network in North America, and logistics capabilities enabling a global reach underpin our strategy to leverage our unique capabilities to accelerate the world’s transition to clean energy.

Job Summary

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. This role serves as a key payroll leader responsible for operational excellence, risk mitigation, vendor oversight, and the growth and development of payroll team members to support scalable and reliable payroll operations.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Leads the execution, review, audit, and finalization of assigned bi-weekly payrolls, ensuring operational accuracy, compliance, and accountability across the payroll cycle.
• Establishes payroll priorities and monitors processing activities to ensure payrolls are completed accurately, timely, and in alignment with business and compliance requirements.
• Investigates and resolves federal, state/provincial, and local tax issues.
• Assists the manager with year-end processes, including 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.
• Leads the implementation and monitoring of new and revised procedures, internal controls, and process improvements to strengthen the effectiveness and scalability of the corporate payroll function.
• Manages payroll service vendor relationships by monitoring performance, auditing vendor activity, and confirming payroll taxes are paid timely, accurately, and in compliance with applicable requirements.
• Supports payroll system upgrades, patches, maintenance, and other technical projects for Workday and related systems supported by the payroll team.
• Provides reports to meet special requests, recurring items, and audit requests.
• Reviews bi-weekly and off-cycle payroll processes and procedures to confirm internal control requirements are met, established processes are followed, and corrective actions are developed with the Payroll Manager when deficiencies are identified.
• Coaches, mentors, and develops payroll team members by providing guidance, performance feedback, cross-training opportunities, and support for continued professional growth.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of payroll experience
• Canadian payroll processing experience is a plus
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting/Business Administration is preferred
• Knowledge of U.S. or Canadian laws and regulations affecting payroll, including payroll practices and principles
• In-depth knowledge of tax and governmental compliance in Canada is a plus
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and Office, including Outlook and Excel functions such as VLOOKUPs and pivot tables
• Proficiency with Workday Payroll, Time Tracking, and Absence is preferred
• 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, with the ability to work effectively with employees at all levels
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with high-volume payroll for hourly and salaried employees, including 1,500+ active employee records

Estimated base pay for the position is typically between: $75,400 - $99,600. The actual base pay for the position may be influenced by factors such as education, training, skills, qualifications, competencies, years of experience, job-related knowledge, and scope of the role, and could be outside of the posted pay range.

In addition to base pay, an incentive program is available to all full-time employees, and a comprehensive benefits package including two medical plan options, a health savings plan with a company contribution and a match, dental and vision benefits, a well-being incentive program, 401(k) Plan which provides a potential of receiving between 10% and 13% of employer's contribution, life and disability insurance, paid time off programs and much more! For more detailed information on the CF programs, please visit our Total Rewards website at: https://cftotalrewards.com/.

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Employees in Canada can learn more about their rights by viewing the "Canadian Human Rights Act".

Notice Regarding Potential Use of Artificial Intelligence in the Recruitment Process As part of our recruitment process, CF Industries may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence ("AI") and machine learning technologies, to assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing candidates whose qualifications align with job-related criteria, including information provided during the application process such as resumes, work history, education, qualifications, and responses to application questions. These tools support but do not replace human decision-making, and all final employment decisions are made by our Talent Acquisition team and/or hiring managers exercising independent judgment.

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We are a global leader in transforming natural gas into nitrogen. The chemical processes we use ensure we have the nitrogen we need to support life on earth - from fertilizer that feeds the crops that feed the world to products that remove harmful emissions from industrial activities. We are always seeking bright, ethical and resourceful professionals that have achieved a high level of success in their respective fields. Individuals who want to be a part of a strong, financially secure company; who believe in our values, are committed to what we do, and embrace our future. At CF Industries we take great pride in who we are, what we do and the talented people that work for us. Our values extend to our employment and hiring practices. We are committed to doing it right for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. We believe that We do it Right. We do it Well. We execute as a Team. We take a long term view.