Payroll Manager

About the Opportunity

• Managing organizational processes and employee events in the employment life cycle that have a payroll component; (responsibilities include processing complex or escalated issues related to salaried, unionized, hourly and contractor payroll; overseeing reconciliation, year-end tax related duties and compliance related reporting)

Overseeing source data quality, accuracy and financial integrity; (including maintaining, directing or auditing any work done by staff, as well as the systems, frameworks and processes used by the team)

Mentor, develop, inspire and lead the payroll team to achieve the department’s objectives, while promoting a strong culture of service excellence, quality outcomes, problem-resolution and innovation; (Chair staff meetings to efficiently cover new or evolving departmental goals, process changes, continuous improvements and staff development / training needs)

Fostering and integrating cross-functional activities amongst the Human Resources, Finance / Corporate Services, and Business Informatics teams

Providing Payroll metrics and reporting as it relates to network benchmarks and other internal and external needs

Co-leads the selection and successful implementation of new systems

Identifying and implementing best practice initiatives and continuous improvement activities; (& being responsible for changes / updates related to legislative changes, policy changes, and collective bargaining agreement modifications impacting payroll)

Developing strategies, operating policies, processes, systems, tools, financial controls and procedures

About You

Degree or Diploma in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance or Human Resources Management

Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) certification through the Canadian Payroll Association, or Finance / HR equivalent

5+ years of progressive management experience in a Payroll department

Experience managing large payrolls for multiple sites for both non-union and unionized staff with multiple collective agreements

Knowledge of a variety of integrated HRIS and payroll systems is required; Infor / Lawson systems ideal

In depth knowledge and ability to apply and interpret Canadian payroll legislation, Employment Standards, taxation rules and year-end reporting processes

Excellent communication skills (English) both written and oral

Strong attention to detail, and proven ability to take initiative, make independent decisions, exercise sound judgment, develop creative solution and meet deadlines.

Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills

Ability to maintain composure and handle multiple conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrated experience identifying and implementing process and service improvements on a continuous basis

Salary Range

$118,000 - $130,000 / year

How to Apply

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You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

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With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.