Manager of Payroll

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health is expanding and seeks a Manager of Payroll to lead complex, multi-entity payroll operations for over 50,000 employees. The role centers on accuracy, regulatory compliance, and strategic payroll initiatives.

You will be the subject-matter expert on ADP Tax & Garnishment, PeopleSoft HR, and UKG Pro WFM, partnering with HR, Finance, and IT to keep payroll running smoothly and to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree (or higher) in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 9 years of progressive payroll experience with 2-3 years in supervisory role.
• 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.
• Experience with payroll audits, tax filings, and garnishment processing.
• Ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive process improvements.
• Healthcare payroll experience. Familiarity with union contracts and multi-state payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex, multi-entity payroll operations.
• Serve as go-to expert for ADP Tax & Garnishment, PeopleSoft HR, and compliance across federal, state, and local regulations.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, IT, and key stakeholders across the system.
• Lead payroll teams and drive process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Process improvement

Multi-entity payroll

Payroll audits

Regulatory compliance

Healthcare payroll

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Accounting/Finance

CPP certification preferred

Tools

PeopleSoft HR

ADP Tax & Garnishment

UKG Pro WFM

Job description

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

• Associate's degree (or higher) 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.

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services


• Department: Corp Payroll


• Shift: Day Job


• Union Code: Not Applicable