Manager of Payroll

Overview

Step into a high-impact leadership role where your payroll expertise shapes the experience of more than 50,000 Henry Ford Health employees. As our Payroll Manager, you’ll oversee complex, multi‑entity payroll operations and be the go‑to expert for ADP Tax & Garnishment, People Soft 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• 9 years of progressive payroll experience, including 2‑3 years of supervisory experience in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum five years of payroll experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• CPP certification preferred.
• Strong proficiency in People Soft 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.

• Organization:
  Corporate Services
• Department:
  Corp Payroll
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code:
  Not Applicable