Senior Payroll Business Analyst

Overview Group 1 Automotive, an international, Fortune 250 automotive retailer and a leading operator in the automotive retailing industry, is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Payroll Business Analyst to join our team. Group 1 Automotive owns and operates automotive dealerships and collision centers in the United States and United Kingdom. We offer our associates a team environment, great benefits and ongoing training and support. If you are in alignment with our values of integrity, transparency, professionalism, teamwork, and respect – now might be the time for you to accelerate your career as part of the best company in automotive retail. We are seeking a Senior Payroll Business Analyst to lead and deliver complex, large-scale payroll initiatives across the organization. The Senior Payroll Business Analyst will collaborate closely with and complement the existing Payroll Analyst by adding senior-level project leadership, structure, and governance to payroll operations. The ideal candidate brings a strong blend of project management rigor, payroll domain knowledge, and cross‑functional communication skills, and is comfortable operating at both strategic and execution levels. This role will manage multiple concurrent payroll projects, partner closely with stakeholders, Payroll, HR Shared Services (HRSS), IT, and external vendors, and serve as a key escalation point to ensure successful outcomes. This is a high‑impact opportunity to bring senior‑level project leadership to Group 1 Automotive’s Payroll Services department as it continues to grow in scale and complexity. The role offers strong visibility, clear ownership, and the ability to shape how payroll projects are delivered across the enterprise. Responsibilities Program Implementation – Roll out corporate EHS programs and ensure dealership compliance with safety standards Field Leadership Support – Act as the go‑to EHS resource for Market Directors, General Managers, Service Directors, and Fixed Ops leaders Training & Coaching – Deliver safety training and toolbox talks; coach on‑site leaders on leading safe behaviors Audits & Inspections – Conduct site audits and job hazard assessments; ensure timely closure of action items Incident Response – Support incident investigations and root cause analysis; track corrective actions Data & Reporting – Submit TRIR, LTIR, and vehicle incident data; support data quality and dashboard inputs Contractor Oversight – Ensure vendor safety compliance during facility work, construction, or maintenance Culture Building – Promote safety campaigns and recognition; share best practices across regions. Ability to understand and connect with people, build trust, and mediate disputes to foster a collaborative environment Team Management – Manage EHS Administrators daily activities and performance Other duties, as assigned Qualifications Proven experience leading complex payroll projects in a corporate or enterprise environment. Strong project management experience with the ability to manage multiple initiatives concurrently. Demonstrated ability to manage escalations, make informed decisions, and drive accountability. Strong communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and translate technical concepts for varied audiences. Background in payroll transformation, system implementation, or process standardization efforts. Familiarity with Workday Payroll or OneSource Virtual (OSV) is a bonus. Project management certifications are considered nice to have, (PMP, PMI-ACP, PgMP, etc.) *All applicants must pass pre‑employment testing to include: background checks, MVR, and drug testing in order to qualify for employment* Group 1 Automotive is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and participates in E‑Verify #J-18808-Ljbffr