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Payroll Leader

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💎 Seniority level: Lead, 8+ years

📍 Location: Canada, US

🔍 Industry: Fintech

🗣️ Languages: English

⏳ Experience: 8+ years

🪄 Skills: LeadershipProject ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsCompliance

Requirements:
  • 8+ years of experience in payroll management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Proven expertise in managing payroll operations for a multi-country workforce
  • In-depth knowledge of payroll regulations, compliance, and tax reporting requirements in Canada and the US (experience with other regions is a plus).
  • Experience with payroll platforms such as ADP, Workday, Gusto and Deel.
  • Strong analytical skills with a keen eye for detail and accuracy.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead audits, reconciliations, and year-end payroll processes.
  • Exceptional problem-solving skills and ability to manage complex payroll issues.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on collaboration and employee experience.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Payroll certifications (e.g., PCP) are an asset
Responsibilities:
  • Lead a team of payroll specialists who support day to day processing of payroll processes and act as the approver of all payrolls.
  • Develop and implement protocols to enhance employee support and satisfaction with payroll services.
  • Oversee end-to-end payroll processing for all employees, ensuring timely and accurate payments.
  • Manage Canadian and US payroll operations, including integration with external platforms like Deel for international workforce management.
  • Coordinate payroll schedules and deadlines with internal and external stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate payroll processing
  • Oversee the management and process improvement of both semi-monthly and bi-weekly payroll cycles
  • Ensure payroll compliance with local, federal, and international regulations.
  • Manage tax withholding, remittance, and reporting processes in all relevant jurisdictions.
  • Stay updated on legislative changes affecting payroll and implement necessary adjustments
  • Lead payroll reconciliations to ensure data integrity and accuracy across systems.
  • Prepare payroll data and documentation for internal and external audits.
  • Manage year-end processes, including issuance of tax forms (e.g., T4s, T2200s, etc.) and reconciling annual payroll records.
  • Oversee payroll system functionality, ensuring it meets the organization’s needs.
  • Business lead for system updates, enhancements, and integrations with other HR or finance systems.
  • Partner with HRIS and external vendors to troubleshoot and resolve system issues
  • Generate and analyze payroll reports for internal stakeholders, including Finance and HR teams.
  • Provide insights and recommendations based on payroll data to inform decision-making.
  • Drive payroll-related projects, such as process improvements, system migrations, and policy updates.
  • Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives that involve payroll considerations.
  • Support business expansion efforts by establishing payroll operations in new regions.
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