Payroll Manager

Base Pay Range
CA$/yr - CA$/yr

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 are 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 solutions 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 in identifying and implementing process and service improvements continuously

Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Human Resources

Industries
Hospitals and Health Care and Public Health

Location
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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