MacDonald Search Group is proud to partner with our client in their search for a Payroll Lead to join their team based out of either the Vancouver or Edmonton office. Our client is a multi-billion dollar organization with thousands of employees in offices around North America. They have a reputation as a great place to work and as a generous corporate citizen due to their charitable contributions in the communities in which they work. If you have experience leading teams in a high volume payroll environment and are are seeking an opportunity to join an A+ organization (working mostly from home!), please read on...
What you will be doing:

• Maintain timely and accurate processing of both Canadian and US payroll
• Adhere to tax laws, wage laws, and relevant regulations in Canada and the U.S.
• Address payroll processing issues and recommend process improvements
• Review & confirm payroll data to ensure accuracy in employee compensation
• Track the team's productivity, identifying areas for improvement, and promoting ongoing training and development
• Collaborate with the Payroll leadership to set performance goals for your team
• Payroll audits, support reconciliations, & perform variance analysis ensuring accuracy and reducing risks for compliance & finance teams

Who you are:

• Minimum five years experience of full cycle payroll, in a complex environment
• Minimum one year experience in a supervisor/lead position
• PCP or PLP Certification
• Payroll reporting experience, reconciliation and Year-End Processing and tax filings
• Ability to ensure compliance with legislative authorities
• Ability to maintain high levels of accuracy & strong attention to detail
• You are customer service-oriented with strong communication & interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft office products including Excel
• Proficiency with ERP accounting systems
• Team player with the ability to work independently

The successful candidate will be rewarded with a generous compensation package (base salary of $$75,000-80,000 per year), great benefits, and long term growth opportunities. If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please forward your resume ASAP!