Manager, Compensation & Payroll

POSITION SUMMARYThe Manager, Compensation and Payroll is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing scalable and equitable compensation and payroll programs that align with organizational objectives. This role ensures compliance with state and federal regulations across multi-state and multi-division operations. The manager serves as a subject matter expert and business partner, collaborating with HR, leadership, vendors, and external consultants to support key compensation processes, systems, and tools.
This position is located in Appleton, WI.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and leadership to align compensation and payroll strategies with business goals.

• Oversee vendors and technology platforms, ensuring contract compliance, system optimization, and accurate budgeting.

• Analyze market data and trends to maintain competitive compensation strategies.

• Lead the development and implementation of policies and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Provide training and guidance to leaders on compensation and payroll practices.

• Manage core compensation functions, including job evaluation, salary structure, incentive plan design, pay equity, and related initiatives.

• Execute executive compensation strategies and support the preparation of Compensation Committee materials.

• Administer short- and long-term incentive programs.

• Partner with HRIS to enhance processes and tools.

• Proactively identify, analyze, and resolve complex and unique technical payroll issues, ensuring accurate and timely processing while maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations.

• Serve as a resource for troubleshooting payroll system errors and implementing solutions for non-standard payroll scenarios.

• Review and approve payrolls to ensure timely and compliant processing.

• Monitor employment law changes and ensure ongoing compliance.

• Coordinate with Finance and Internal Audit on payroll reconciliations

• Cultivate U.S. Venture’s values while inspiring, empowering, recognizing, and guiding team members

• Live our values of High Performance, Caring Relationships, Strategic Foresight, and Entrepreneurial Spirit

• Find A Better Way by championing continuous improvement and quality control efforts to identify opportunities to innovate and improve efficiency, accuracy, and standardization

• Continuously learn and develop self professionally

• Support corporate efforts for safety, government compliance, and all other company policies & procedures

• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree and/or 10+ years of relevant experience.

• Strong analytical skills and experience in compensation and payroll management.

• In-depth knowledge of compensation and payroll operations, laws, and regulations.

• Proven ability to collaborate with HR, leadership, and cross-functional teams.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Experience with HRIS and payroll system (Workday and UKG preferred).

Preferred:

DIVISION:

Corporate

U.S. Venture requires that a team member have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, U.S. Venture does not sponsor candidates for nonimmigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need. 

U.S. Venture will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed recruitment Master Service Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, U.S. Venture shall reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of U.S. Venture.

U.S. Venture, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call Human Resources at (920) 739-6101.