We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters.

Finance strategically partners with operations to drive outstanding business results and enhance Ford’s industry leadership. When you join us, you’ll be able to contribute financial expertise that impacts all areas of our company, including planning, manufacturing, marketing and global distribution.

In this position...

The Lead Payroll Analyst role oversees the end-to-end payroll operations, including assurance of accurate and timely processing of employee payments, and compliance with labor legislation and tax requirements.

Key duties include managing payroll transactions in Oracle-cloud system and various payroll integrations (including benefits, timekeeping, vehicles program, banking/ACH file transmissions, tax filing, printing, others). It also includes the management of cost accounting reconciliation and leading a payroll group performing these activities.

What you'll do...

• Payroll Processing: Oversee the end-to-end processing of payroll for all U.S. employees, including salary, hourly, bonus, and other special payments.
• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure adherence to tax laws, complying with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding payroll, taxes (W-2s), and employee deductions.
• Data Accuracy: 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.
• Systems Management: Design and maintain payroll systems, including timekeeping, data entry processes, and payroll inbound and outbound integrations.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Lead, train, and mentor a team of payroll specialists.
• Reporting: Generate reports for management regarding payroll expenses, tax liabilities, deductions, and other key metrics.
• Collaboration: work with other internal skill teams (HR, Finance/Accounting, Manufacturing, Legal, Tax, etc.) and external partners in the resolution of payroll matters.

You'll have...

• 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.

Even better, you may have...

• 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 Share Point. .
• Good interpersonal skills – mature in handling complex interactions, & ability to develop a strong connect with work partners on/off location
• Payroll team members work with sensitive employee information, such as salaries, bank account details and tax information. Confidentiality involves protecting personal data, implementing secure data management practices and adhering to privacy regulations. Payroll team members are discreet and professional when communicating and handling such data to protect employee privacy and maintain trust within the organization.
• Basic accounting principles and ability to understand impact to financials. Accounting principles are concepts such as debits, credits, general ledger entries and reconciliation. Payroll team members manage the financial aspects of employee compensation. Knowledge of accounting principles enables payroll specialists to maintain accurate financial records, ensure compliance with accounting standards and provide valuable insights for decision-making.

You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply!

As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including:

• 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.

This position is leadership level 6 and ranges from $112,680-212,760.

Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value.

For more information on salary and benefits, click here: New Hire Benefits

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call 1-888-336-0660.

This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week.