Payroll Supervisor / Manager

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Payroll Supervisor / Manager

Direct Hire | Hybrid (Canada)

Brampton, ON

Lakeshore Talent is partnering with a growing organization to hire an experienced Payroll Supervisor / Manager to lead North American payroll operations in a fast-paced environment. This direct hire role offers competitive compensation, strong benefits, and the opportunity to play a key leadership role within payroll and compliance operations.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary : $80,000 – $100,000 CAD

Bonus : Variable compensation plan based on individual performance and company goals

Benefits Include :

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

RRSP matching retirement plan (401(k) equivalent)

Additional ancillary benefits

Position Overview

The Corporate Payroll Supervisor / Manager will oversee end-to-end payroll operations across Canada and the U.S., ensuring accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement. This role manages day-to-day payroll execution while serving as a key payroll subject matter expert and strategic partner to HR, Finance, and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Process and audit bi-weekly and supplemental payrolls accurately and on time

Oversee payroll transactions, approvals, exemptions, and adjustments

Serve as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries, reconciliations, and system updates

Partner with HR to ensure timely processing of new hires, terminations, and payroll changes

Audit payroll data to confirm accuracy of accounts, taxes, payment dates, and controls

Develop and maintain payroll quality controls and compliance processes

Prepare monthly, annual, and ad hoc payroll reports

Lead payroll year-end activities and reconciliations (EHT, WSIB, T4, T4A, W2, etc.)

Manage relationships with third-party tax providers for filings, amended returns, and jurisdictional compliance

Prepare and reconcile CRA and IRS statements, deductions, and tax slips

Reconcile payroll-related GL accounts, including taxes, benefits, and liabilities

Collaborate with Finance, HR, Internal Audit, and cross-functional partners on system and process improvements

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation and regulatory changes

Ensure accurate and timely submission of Records of Employment (ROEs) and respond to government inquiries

Support U.S. and Canadian benefits administration, vendor payments, and reconciliations

Assist with external payroll compliance audits and year-end reporting

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field

10+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, including 3+ years in payroll leadership

Bilingual in French and English

Strong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation, taxation, and labor standards

Proven experience managing payroll year-end and compliance reporting

High level of discretion when handling sensitive employee data

Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet critical deadlines

Certifications

PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) – required

CPM (Certified Payroll Manager) – strongly preferred

Canadian National Payroll Institute standards preferred

Technical Skills

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

Extensive experience with Dayforce payroll systems

Strong data entry, reconciliation, and reporting capabilities

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