Head of Payroll- North America

A leading global manufacturer serving the automotive industry is seeking a Head of Payroll
- North America to join their expanding team in the Metro Detroit, MI area. This position plays a critical role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll operations.

This organization is known for its long-standing presence in the automotive space, offering stability and a strong commitment to innovation. With a culture that values collaboration, initiative, and continuous improvement, this company provides the tools and support needed to succeed in a fast-paced, forward-thinking environment. Employees enjoy competitive benefits, professional growth opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on high-visibility programs.

The Head of Payroll is responsible for leading payroll operations across North America, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency across both U.S. and Mexico operations:

• Oversee and standardize payroll processes for both U.S. and Mexico operations
• Serve as the SAP Payroll key expert for Mexico and oversee U.S. payroll via ADP
• Ensure payroll accuracy and lead payroll-related audits
• Manage, coach, and support a multinational payroll team
• Partner cross-functionally with Legal, HR, Finance, and IT to resolve issues
• Deliver payroll data, analytics, and cost forecasts to support business decisions
• Travel to Mexico during onboarding period and thereafter as needed

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of payroll experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of SAP Payroll (mandatory) and ADP (preferred)
• Experience managing payroll in both the U.S. and Mexico
• Deep understanding of local labor and tax compliance requirements

This individual will need to reside in, or be readily available to relocate to Michigan.