Manager of Payroll

General Summary:

Step into a high-impact leadership role where your payroll expertise shapes the experience of more than 50,000 Henry Ford Health employees. Due to expansion HFHS is in search of a Manager of Payroll!


As our Payroll Manager, you'll oversee complex, multi-entity payroll operations and be the go-to expert for ADP Tax & Garnishment, PeopleSoft HR, and compliance across federal, state, and local regulations.

You'll collaborate closely with HR, Finance, IT, and key stakeholders across the system-acting as a trusted partner who keeps operations running smoothly while supporting strategic initiatives that elevate our payroll function. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where accuracy, leadership, and continuous improvement truly matter, this role puts you right at the center of it.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 9 years of progressive payroll experience that includes 2-3 years of supervisory experience in lieu of a degree
• Minimum five (5) years of payroll experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• CPP certification preferred
• Strong proficiency in PeopleSoft HR, ADP Tax and Garnishment, and UKG Pro WFM.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex payroll operations across multiple entities.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with payroll audits, tax filings, and garnishment processing.
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive process improvements.
• Must have experience with various financial and accounting practices and procedures
• Healthcare payroll experience. Familiarity with union contracts and multi-state payroll regulations.
• Passion for customer service and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external vendors.

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