We are looking for a Payroll Supervisor/Manager to join a team in Ontario on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will provide day-to-day leadership for payroll operations, support a high-volume multi-payroll environment, and help maintain accurate, compliant processing for employees across several payroll groups. This opportunity is well suited to a payroll specialist who brings strong supervisory experience, sound technical knowledge, and a service-focused approach to working with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily workflow of the payroll function, guiding and supporting a team of Payroll Administrators to ensure smooth and consistent operations.
• Coach team members on payroll practices, legislative requirements, and internal policies while providing hands-on technical direction and ongoing training.
• Review and authorize bi-weekly payroll processing across 13 distinct payroll groups, ensuring deadlines are met and records are accurate.
• Partner with Payroll and Human Resources teams on special initiatives and implementation work that affects payroll processes and service delivery.
• Respond promptly to inquiries from employees and external service providers, delivering clear information and a high standard of client service.
• Support year-end and monthly financial activities by assisting with payroll accruals, account reconciliations, and related journal entries.
• Create, update, and maintain payroll procedures, reference documentation, and operating manuals to promote consistency and compliance.
• Act as a back-up resource for Payroll Administrators and provide additional support during peak periods or complex processing cycles.
• Contribute to other payroll-related assignments and operational priorities as required.
• Canadian Payroll Association Certified Payroll Manager designation in progress or completed.
• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Human Resources, Accounting, or a related discipline, or an equivalent mix of education and practical experience.
• At least 3 years of recent supervisory experience in payroll, including oversight of multiple unionized payrolls.
• Strong technical capability with payroll systems and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business applications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze issues, solve problems effectively, and manage competing priorities with a high degree of independence.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships and handle conflict professionally.
• Experience processing high-volume bi-weekly payroll in a large employee environment.
• Public sector experience, along with familiarity with ISYSWorks payroll and Microsoft Dynamics, would be considered an asset.

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