Payroll Senior Manager

Overview Who we are Collaborative. Respectful. A place to dream and do. These are just a few words that describe what life is like at Toyota. As one of the world’s most admired brands, Toyota is growing and leading the future of mobility through innovative, high-quality solutions designed to enhance lives and delight those we serve. We’re looking for talented team members who want to Dream. Do. Grow. with us. Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future. Who we’re looking for Toyota’s Central Business Services Department is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Payroll Senior Manager. The primary responsibility of this role is to provide strategic and operational leadership for payroll delivery, time and labor administration, compliance, and payroll technology solutions across North America. This role is accountable for ensuring accurate and compliant payroll operations supporting more than 55,000 team members, leading a high-performing team of 30 team members, advancing continuous improvement and transformation initiatives, and delivering scalable solutions. Reporting to the General Manager, Central Business Services, the person in this role will support the department’s objective to deliver exceptional payroll and time and labor services through operational excellence, compliance, innovation, and continuous improvement across North America. This position is based in Plano, Texas. The selected candidate will be expected to reside within commutable distance of this location. What you’ll be doing Lead Payroll Operations and Service Delivery Accountable for the accurate, timely, and compliant delivery of payroll services across North America through effective oversight of third-party providers, service performance, and internal controls. Provide governance for vendor relationships, including contract management, financial stewardship, service level agreements, and performance management to ensure business objectives are achieved and service expectations are consistently met. Lead and Develop the Payroll Organization Lead and develop a high-performing team of payroll professionals and consultants through talent development, performance management, and continuous improvement. Oversee Payroll Operations Technology Provide strategic governance for payroll and time & labor management systems, ensuring system integrity, regulatory compliance, operational stability, and alignment with evolving business needs. Drive Customer Experience and Issue Resolution Lead payroll case management, issue resolution, and escalation processes, making timely pay-impacting decisions while leveraging data and root cause analysis to improve service delivery. Lead Payroll Transformation and Business Initiatives Direct payroll, Time & Labor, and process improvement initiatives, including system implementations, automation, standardization efforts, and operational enhancements. Ensure Compliance, Risk Management, and Governance Maintain accountability for payroll compliance, audit readiness, data governance, tax and garnishment administration, SOX controls, and regulatory requirements across supported jurisdictions. Shape Payroll Strategy and North America Roadmap Develop and execute the payroll strategic roadmap, driving regional solutions, vendor strategy, cost competitiveness, and long-term service delivery transformation. Partner with stakeholders across HR, Finance, Legal, Tax, IT, and business operations to align priorities, influence decisions, and deliver sustainable business outcomes. What you bring Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and professional experience. Extensive progressive experience in payroll, time and labor, HR operations, finance operations, or a closely related field in a large, multi-state and multi-country organization, supporting 25,000 employees. Experience leading payroll operations, compliance activities, and service delivery within a large, complex organization. Experience supporting payroll, HR, or time and labor technology platforms and related business initiatives. Working knowledge of payroll regulations, wage and hour laws, payroll taxation, garnishments, and compliance requirements across US and Canada. Experience leading, managing, and developing a team of high performing payroll professionals. Added bonus if you have Experience supporting multi-country payroll and time and labor operations or regional service delivery models. Experience supporting large hourly workforces and complex timekeeping environments. Experience with enterprise payroll and workforce technologies such as UKG Pro, UKG Workforce Management (Kronos), Workday, or comparable solutions. Experience leading payroll, HR, or time and labor technology implementations, upgrades, or transformation initiatives. Experience leveraging automation, analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), robotic process automation (RPA), or self-service technologies to improve operational efficiency and employee experience. What We’ll Bring During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career development opportunities. A few highlights include: A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable) Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable) Paid holidays and paid time off Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA) Relocation assistance (if applicable) Belonging at Toyota Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star. Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to talent.acquisition@toyota.com. At Toyota, we don’t just have a vision, but a group of talented, dedicated people who work hard every day to turn that vision into reality. Our mission is to build a future where everyone has the freedom to move. We believe that nothing is impossible. We have big dreams and persevere through any obstacles. We work together to create the future of mobility and make the world a better place. Career Possibilities: Toyota is a place for people who dream big and are determined to make those dreams a reality. We encourage innovation and look for people who will challenge the status quo in order to make the world a better place. We thrive on teamwork and collaboration and know diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are not only the right thing for our people, they are a business imperative. Together, we’re empowered to forge our own paths — to be agile, curious and embrace a growth mindset and immerse ourselves in situations to gain new perspectives and to inspire bold, innovative ways of thinking and working. Our success as a company is directly tied to our team members’ success, and our collective ability to give back to society through an unwavering commitment to delight our customers and make people’s lives better. If you want to be part of the next-generation of innovations that help keep the world moving, then join us. And let’s start our impossible, together.