Manager, Payroll, Compensation & HR Systems

Salary: $112,000-$120,000

5 days/week in office

The Opportunity

A well-established global organization is seeking an experienced Manager, Payroll, Compensation & HR Systems to lead payroll operations, employee benefits administration, HR systems optimization, and compensation programs. This role will oversee a small team and serve as a key partner to HR, Finance, and global stakeholders, ensuring compliance, operational excellence, and a positive employee experience.

The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Canadian payroll, HRIS management, compensation administration, and employee benefits, along with a strong leadership background and a passion for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Compliance

• Oversee end-to-end payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with all applicable federal and provincial legislation.
• Review payroll cycles, reconcile discrepancies, and resolve complex payroll issues through detailed analysis and investigation.
• Provide payroll processing support and serve as a backup resource when required.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including tax reporting and statutory filings.
• Prepare and review payroll-related reports, audits, and compliance documentation.

Benefits & Mobility

• Lead the administration of employee benefits programs, including support for internationally mobile employees and expatriate assignments.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to ensure competitive and compliant benefits offerings.
• Participate in compensation and benefits benchmarking initiatives and provide recommendations based on market analysis.

HR Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee HRIS and payroll system maintenance, enhancements, testing, and implementation of system updates.
• Collaborate with global teams to identify and implement best practices, process improvements, and technology enhancements.
• Develop, maintain, and improve payroll and HR operations policies, procedures, and controls.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience.

Reporting, Audits & Analytics

• Prepare and analyze payroll, compensation, workforce, and compliance-related reports for senior leadership.
• Lead responses to internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate documentation.
• Monitor data integrity, reporting accuracy, and compliance with privacy and information security requirements.

Leadership & Strategic Support

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing payroll and HR operations team.
• Partner with HR and Finance leaders on workforce planning, labor budgeting, and headcount forecasting.
• Support strategic HR initiatives and special projects as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in payroll, compensation, benefits, and HR operations, including leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Experience working with payroll platforms and HRIS systems in a complex organizational environment.
• Demonstrated success leading system implementations, process improvements, and change initiatives.
• Advanced analytical and reporting skills, including strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Experience supporting audits, workforce planning, compensation reviews, and budgeting processes is considered an asset.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment while managing multiple priorities.

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