The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Senior Payroll Manager

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber • $90K — $120K *
Akron, OH 44312Hybrid
Legal & Accounting
8 - 10 years of experience
Yesterday
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or related field; Master's preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience in managing complex, multi-state payroll operations.
  • Expertise in payroll and tax laws.
  • Strong background with SAP and Workday systems.
  • Proven leadership in driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute strategies for payroll compliance and efficiency.
  • Lead payroll initiatives including vendor selection and system upgrades.
  • Maintain financial and operational controls, ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
  • Provide coaching and direction to payroll staff and vendors.
  • Partner with HR and Finance to ensure accurate payroll delivery.
  • Monitor payroll practices, driving innovation and best practices.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule allows for flexibility.
  • Opportunity to lead and implement strategic payroll improvements.
  • Exposure to high-level vendor management and external service provider relationships.
Full Job Description
The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire payroll function, setting strategic goals, and ensuring compliance with payroll laws, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements. This role leads payroll initiatives, manages vendors, and drives process improvements while maintaining strong financial and operational controls, including Sarbanes-Oxley compliance. The manager provides direction to payroll staff, partners with HR and Finance, and serves as the primary liaison with external service providers to ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery. With a focus on continuous improvement, the position emphasizes leadership, vendor management, and strategic planning to deliver best-practice payroll services.

Why This Role Matters
  • Oversees the entire payroll function, ensuring compliance with payroll laws, accounting standards, and Sarbanes-Oxley controls while driving strategic improvements.
  • Leads payroll initiatives, vendor management, and system enhancements to deliver accurate, timely payroll services and improve efficiency.
  • Provides leadership and direction to payroll staff, fostering collaboration across HR, Finance, and external service providers to resolve issues and maintain service excellence.
  • Plays a critical role in shaping payroll strategy, implementing best practices, and ensuring that organizational goals and regulatory requirements are consistently met.


What You Will Do
  • Develop and execute payroll strategies that ensure compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
  • Lead payroll initiatives, including vendor selection, system upgrades, and process improvements, while delivering projects on-time and on-budget.
  • Maintain strong financial and operational controls, ensuring Sarbanes-Oxley compliance and supporting audits with accurate reporting.
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to payroll staff and vendor partners, ensuring performance metrics and service-level agreements are met.
  • Partner with HR, Finance, and external service providers to resolve issues, implement changes, and ensure accurate payroll delivery.
  • Monitor and benchmark payroll practices, driving innovation and best-practice standards across the organization.


What We're Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 8+ years of experience managing complex, multi-state payroll operations with expertise in payroll and tax laws.


What Sets You Apart
  • Proven leadership in directing diverse teams, driving continuous improvement, and managing vendors in high-volume transactional environments.
  • Strong background with payroll/finance systems such as SAP and Workday, along with project management and compliance oversight.
  • Proving track record on managing payroll external service providers.


Additional Details
  • Relocation Available: No
  • Sponsorship Available: No
  • Travel: No
  • Typical Schedule: Hybrid


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About The Goodyear Tire & Rubber

Goodyear is one of the world's largest tire companies, with operations in most regions of the world. Together with its subsidiaries and joint ventures, Goodyear develops, markets and sells tires for most applications.

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Careers

Join the dynamic team at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, a global leader in tire manufacturing, where innovation drives us forward and a commitment to excellence is shared across our global network. This is an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a company that is at the forefront of technological and environmental advancements in the industry.

Work You’ll Do

At The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, you will be part of a culture that thrives on diversity, leadership, and professional growth. Engage in work that pushes the boundaries of what's possible in tire technology and services, contributing to a safer, more efficient world.

Innovate and Lead

Join our team of over 30,000 dedicated professionals worldwide, in an environment where your skills in innovation, leadership, and problem-solving can shine. You will lead projects that transform the very nature of vehicle mobility, making significant contributions to the industry and the environment.

Career Growth and Opportunities

Whether you are looking for job opportunities, seeking to participate in a professional internship, or aiming to climb the leadership ladder, The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company offers a path for everyone. Our commitment to professional growth is evident in our robust training programs, including diversity training and leadership development, designed to empower you to reach your full potential.

Be Part of a Great Team

Our team at The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is driven by a shared passion for achieving great results. We value collaboration and the unique contributions of each team member. With a focus on nurturing talent through mentorship and networking, we provide a supportive environment where careers flourish.

Future-Proof Your Career

Embrace a career that’s as dynamic as it is rewarding. With The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, you are not just taking a job; you are opening yourself up to a lifetime of opportunities and career paths. Our industry-leading benefits support both your professional and personal life, helping you to excel at work and beyond.

Explore Job Opportunities and Hiring Processes

Ready to accelerate your career? Explore the various positions available, from engineering to marketing, and discover how your skills and interests align with The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company. Our hiring process is designed to find not just the right skills but also the right fit for our company’s culture.

Prepare for Your Interview

Prepare your resume and ready yourself for an interview where you can showcase your unique abilities and learn more about the benefits and culture of our company. At The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, we seek curious, creative, and solution-driven team players who are ready to drive their future.

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Learn more about The Goodyear Tire & Rubber
Size
72,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.7 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
-$1.2 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
+2.9%
Revenue
$12.3 billion
NASDAQ
GT
* Ladders Estimates

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