Reporting to the Manager of North American Payroll this is an important role managing and coordinating payroll processing operations. You will be responsible for overseeing a large team supporting and troubleshooting whilst maintaining payroll processing systems in a timely manner. The Payroll Manager will have thorough knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations.

In a typical day, YOU will:

• Be responsible for overseeing and directing payroll procedures and best practices
• Develop processes and system upgrades (manage codes/rules) to meet internal and external audit requirements
• Coordinate timekeeping records and maintain employee data
• Ensuring records and processes comply with company and legal regulations
• Liaise with auditors and manage payroll audits
• Supervise and coach the team in best practices, governance and regulations
• Perform monthly, quarterly and annual reconciliations and annual regulatory filings

Must-haves for this role:

• Post-Secondary Degree/Diploma/Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or equivalent
• Proven experience as a payroll management, a minimum 8+ years of applicable payroll experience
• Professional certification PCP is a requirement and CPM is considered an asset
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual (English/French) is considered an asset
• Strong computer skills; MS Office Suite (Intermediate level in Excel), as well as HRIS (UKG preferred)
• Enjoys working with people - approachable and accessible
• Handles confidential information with utmost discretion
• Professional, show good judgment and a positive attitude
• Highly organized, able to prioritize and be detail oriented