Senior Payroll Analyst
Aptiv
5 - 10 years
Michigan
Posted: 06/04/2026
Job Description
YOUR ROLE
- Process multi-country payroll (CR, US, CAN) using ADP and ERP systems.
- Assist with and/or escalate payroll discrepancies.
- Answer or escalate employee payroll inquiries.
- Process complex, special and bonus payroll transactions.
- Maintain payroll documentation in accordance with company policies and audit standards.
- Support established KPIs and SLAs to improve payroll performance.
- Reconcile vendor statements and troubleshoot discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and financial reporting standards.
- Collaborate with internal departments, vendors, auditors, and management to support payroll operations and reporting.
- Minimum 5 years of payroll experience, processing for 1,000+ employees, preferably in a multinational environment.
- Experience supporting payroll for U.S. and Canada
- Experience using payroll and timekeeping systems like ADP, Paychex, Ceridian, and Oracle.
- Intermediate to advanced Excel tools experience - pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and formulas.
- Knowledge of payroll regulations, tax laws, labor laws, and compliance across various
- jurisdictions.
- Understands payroll-related accounting tasks including journal entries and reconciliations.
- Capable of troubleshooting and handling HRIS data.
- Creating and interpreting payroll reports, tax filings, and year-end documentation.
- Local candidates only, with ability to work on site 3 or more days/week.
- Must be legally able to work in the U.S. without requirement for visa sponsorship/transfer
- Attention to Detail - Demonstrates precision and thoroughness in managing payroll and data.
- Analytical Thinking - Capable of interpreting complex data to spot patterns, errors, and
- opportunities for improvement.
- Communication Skills - Communicates clearly and professionally with employees, HR, and
- leadership.
- Time Management - Efficiently prioritizes tasks and meets tight deadlines in a dynamic
- environment, with a goal-focused mindset.
- Customer Service - Provides responsive, empathetic, and solution-oriented support to ensure a
- positive experience and resolve inquiries efficiently.
- Team Collaboration - Works well with cross-functional teams - HR, finance and international
- peers.
- Confidentiality - Maintains strict confidentiality of sensitive payroll and employee data.
- Adaptability - Embrace new systems & adjust to evolving payroll procedures and regulations.
- Hybrid work model for workplace flexibility
- Comprehensive health, dental, and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- RRSP matching for financial security
- Flexible time-off policies for work-life balance
- Employee assistance program for mental well-being
- Learning benefits, including a LinkedIn Learning subscription and seminars
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Aptiv is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Company
Aptiv is a global technology company that focuses on developing advanced automotive solutions, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Aptiv designs and manufactures innovative products related to vehicle electrification, connectivity, and autonomous driving. The company provides a wide range of products, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), high-performance electrical systems, and in-vehicle networking solutions. Aptiv's technologies aim to enhance safety, sustainability, and the driving experience. The company is a key player in the automotive industry’s shift toward electric and self-driving vehicles, collaborating with major automakers to build smarter, more efficient transportation systems. Aptiv operates across a global footprint, serving customers in North America, Europe, and Asia.
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