Payroll Manager

Payroll Manager – International Automotive Supplier

Overview

A leading international automotive supplier is seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager with strong SAP expertise to oversee U.S. payroll operations. This is a highly visible role requiring both technical payroll execution and leadership, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and outstanding service to our employees and plant HR partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll processing for all U.S. employees.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local payroll regulations.
• Partner with Plant HR to maintain accurate employee payroll data.
• Prepare and deliver payroll reports for leadership.
• Respond to payroll inquiries from employees and plant HR promptly and professionally.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure proper accounting of payroll expenses.
• Monitor legislative changes and update payroll practices accordingly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Proven experience managing payroll in a large corporation.
• SAP payroll experience is required.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state payroll regulations.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• HRIS systems knowledge preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Manufacturing industry payroll experience preferred.