Payroll Manager

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit seeks a Payroll Manager to oversee day-to-day operations for a multi-entity healthcare system, ensuring accurate and timely compensation for 50,000+ employees. You will liaise with Payroll, HR, Finance, and IT to support system-wide initiatives.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of payroll leadership experience in healthcare, strong proficiency in PeopleSoft HR, ADP Tax and Garnishment, and UKG Pro WFM. CPP is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Four years of payroll experience may be considered in lieu of degree).
• Minimum five (5) years of payroll experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Healthcare payroll experience required.
• CPP certification preferred.

Skills

Payroll operations

Team supervision

Regulatory compliance

Analytical skills

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

PeopleSoft HR

ADP Tax and Garnishment

UKG Pro WFM

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY: The Payroll Manager oversees the day-to-day payroll operations for Henry Ford Health's multi-entity healthcare system, ensuring accurate and timely processing of compensation for over 50,000 employees. This role requires deep expertise in ADP Tax and Garnishment, PeopleSoft HR processing, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The Payroll Manager serves as a key liaison between Payroll, HR, Finance, and IT, and supports strategic initiatives led by the Director of System Payroll.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (Four years of payroll experience may be considered in lieu of degree)
• Minimum five (5) years of payroll experience, including supervisory responsibilities
• Healthcare payroll experience required
• CPP certification preferred

TECHNICAL SKILLS & SYSTEMS PROFICIENCY:

• Strong proficiency in PeopleSoft HR
• Strong proficiency in ADP Tax and Garnishment
• Strong proficiency in UKG Pro WFM

CORE COMPETENCIES & EXPERTISE:

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex payroll operations across multiple entities
• Experience with payroll audits, tax filings, and garnishment processing
• Familiarity with union contracts and multi-state payroll regulations
• Knowledge of various financial and accounting practices and procedures
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities
• Proven track record of driving process improvements
• Strong collaborative skills across departments and with external vendors
• Passion for customer service and continuous improvement