Payroll Supervisor Job Description
The following is a full job description for Payroll Supervisor. Here are the requirements and responsibilities for Payroll Supervisor along with statistics. If after reading this page you determine that Payroll Supervisor is not the position you are looking for, you may want to try one of these similar titles: Payroll Team Lead, Payroll Manager, Payroll Director, Payroll Clerk IV, Payroll Clerk II, Payroll Clerk III, Payroll Clerk I, Payroll Administrator III, Payroll Administrator I
Requirements and Responsibilities For Payroll Supervisor
Responsible for the supervision and coordination of payroll processing operations. Ensures accurate calculation of wages and processing of tax withholding and company deductions. Prepares statistical reports on employee pay, commissions and bonuses; vacation, sick, disability and workers compensation leave; taxes, withholding, etc. Oversees the distribution of paychecks and direct deposit programs. Provides training to team on policies, regulations, and processes. Assists team members with resolving errors or responding to inquiries. May be the first level escalation for complaints or complex error resolution. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes.
 
Also referred to as: Payroll Supervisor, Payroll Operations Supervisor
Similar Jobs:  Payroll Team Lead, Payroll Manager, Payroll Director, Payroll Clerk IV, Payroll Clerk II, Payroll Clerk III, Payroll Clerk I, Payroll Administrator III, Payroll Administrator I
Level of Education:  Payroll Supervisor Salaries with a High School Diploma or Technical Certificate, Payroll Supervisor Salaries with an Associate's Degree, Payroll Supervisor Salaries with a Bachelor's Degree, Payroll Supervisor Salaries with a Master's Degree or MBA, Payroll Supervisor Salaries with a JD, MD, PhD or Equivalent
Industries:  Aerospace & Defense, Biotechnology, Business Services, Chemicals, Construction, Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit, Energy & Utilities, Financial Services, Healthcare, Hospitality & Leisure, Insurance, Internet, Media, MFG Durable, MFG Nondurable, Pharmaceuticals, Retail & Wholesale, Software & Networking, Telecom, Transportation