Ford Motor Company

Lead Payroll Analyst

Ford Motor Company

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: DearbornMissouriUnited States

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Salary

💰 $112,680 - $212,760 per year

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About the role

  • Oversee the end-to-end processing of payroll for all U.S. employees, including salary, hourly, bonus, and other special payments.
  • Ensure adherence to tax laws, complying with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll, taxes (W-2s), and employee deductions.
  • Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any payment discrepancies or issues related to pay slips, direct deposits, leaves, timekeeping, overtime/shift premiums, benefit/contribution deductions, and/or tax withholdings.
  • Design and maintain payroll systems, including timekeeping, data entry processes, and payroll inbound and outbound integrations.
  • Lead, train, and mentor a team of payroll specialists.
  • Generate reports for management regarding payroll expenses, tax liabilities, deductions, and other key metrics.
  • Work with other internal skill teams (HR, Finance/Accounting, Manufacturing, Legal, Tax, etc.) and external partners in the resolution of payroll matters.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
  • 4+ years of experience in payroll management, with a strong understanding of U.S. payroll laws, including FLSA.
  • Proficiency in payroll software(s) and Microsoft Office (Excel).
  • Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • One of the following designations: Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), CPA, Enrolled Agent, etc.
  • Experience with multi-state/jurisdictions payroll.
  • Familiar with some international payroll requirements, specifically to assist with matters regarding Canadian Commuter Employees and/or International Service Employees.
  • 4+ years of payroll experience with at least 2–3 years in a supervisory or management role.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Excellent analytical skills.
  • Computer skills (Microsoft Tools)and basic level of knowledge of SharePoint.
  • Good interpersonal skills – mature in handling complex interactions, & ability to develop a strong connect with work partners on/off location.
Benefits
  • Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
  • Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
  • Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
  • Tuition assistance
  • Established and active employee resource groups
  • Paid time off for individual and team community service
  • A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
  • Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
payroll managementU.S. payroll lawsFLSAdata entry processespayroll systems designreconciliationanalytical skillsproblem-solvingmulti-state payrollinternational payroll requirements
Soft Skills
communication skillsorganizational skillsleadershipmentoringinterpersonal skillsanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingteam collaborationcomplex interaction handlingrelationship building
Certifications
Certified Payroll Professional (CPP)CPAEnrolled Agent