Payroll Manager

Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for U.S. and Canadian employees

Manage payroll schedules, reconciliations, and reporting cycles

Partner with Finance, HR, and external vendors to ensure payroll integration and data integrity

Maintain knowledge of payroll legislation, tax laws, and regulatory changes in the United States and Canada

Ensure compliance with payroll audits, filings, and remittances involving IRS, CRA, and state/provincial agencies

Lead internal controls and risk mitigation strategies for payroll and tax compliance

Lead, mentor, and develop the payroll team

Set performance goals and provide feedback and coaching

Promote cross-training and knowledge sharing

Identify and implement process enhancements

Leverage technology and automation to streamline payroll operations and reporting

Monitor KPIs and SLAs

Serve as the primary contact for payroll inquiries and escalations

Collaborate with internal stakeholders on business initiatives, workforce changes, and compliance requirements

Provide strategic payroll insights and reporting to senior leadership

Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field; CPP or PCP certification preferred

Minimum 5–7 years of progressive payroll experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role

Proven expertise in both U.S. and Canadian payroll processing and tax compliance

Strong understanding of payroll systems and HRIS integrations

Advanced proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and/or ADP GlobalView for payroll processing and reporting

Experience with Oracle HCM Cloud for payroll data management, integrations, and reporting

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis

Successful completion of a background check

Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement in Burlington, Ontario

Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in U.S. and Canadian payroll processing, tax compliance, and payroll systems integration. Proven leadership in managing payroll teams, enhancing processes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords U.S. Payroll Processing

Canadian Payroll Processing

ADP Workforce Now

Oracle HCM Cloud

CPP or PCP Certification

ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Payroll Processing

Tax Compliance

Payroll Reconciliation

Data Analysis

Performance Management

Soft Skills Leadership

Coaching

Collaboration

Communication

Problem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications CPP Certification

PCP Certification

Industry Keywords Payroll Legislation

IRS Compliance

CRA Compliance

KPI Monitoring

SLA Monitoring

Tools & Technologies ADP GlobalView

HRIS Integrations

Microsoft Excel

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