Payroll Manager (18-month contract)

CareRx Corporation•Richmond Hill, ON

4h•CA$95,000 - CA$105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This is a contract position for a Payroll Manager responsible for overseeing the full-cycle payroll process for semi-monthly payroll. The role involves ensuring accurate calculation of earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes, as well as managing year-end activities and resolving discrepancies. The position also requires ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, maintaining internal controls, and improving payroll systems and processes. Leadership and collaboration with HR, Finance, and external providers are key aspects of this role. The contract duration is 18 months, with specific considerations for managing transitions, system implementations, and providing training during the coverage period.

Requirements

5–10+ years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership responsibility
Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) or PCP designation (or equivalent) preferred
Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation (multi-province experience an asset)
Experience with payroll systems (e.g., Dayforce, UKG)
Advanced Excel and data analysis skills
High attention to detail and accuracy
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Strong organizational skills with ability to meet tight deadlines
Strong project management and implementation experience
Deep understanding of payroll systems and integrations
Change management and training capability
Satisfactory background screening which can include depending on role, Criminal Record Check, Credit Check, Driver’s Abstract, Education Verification, Current Professional Registration and Referencing.

Nice To Haves

Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) or PCP designation (or equivalent) preferred
multi-province experience an asset

Responsibilities

Manage the full-cycle payroll process for semi-monthly payroll
Ensure accurate calculation of earnings, deductions, benefits, and taxes
Review and approve payroll runs, reconciliations, and remittances
Oversee year-end payroll activities, including T4s and other statutory filings
Resolve complex payroll discrepancies and employee inquiries
Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and local payroll legislation and tax regulations
Maintain payroll policies, procedures and internal controls
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of payroll laws and best practices
Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and analysis as required
Ensure payroll controls and processes are documented and followed
Administer payroll systems Ceridian Dayforce
Identify opportunities to improve payroll efficiency, accuracy, and automation
Lead or support system upgrades, implementations, and integrations
Troubleshoot payroll system issues and work with vendors as needed
Provide leadership, guidance, and support to payroll team members
Review work, set priorities, and ensure deadlines are met
Support team training, especially related to new system adoption
Partner with HR, Finance and external providers to ensure accurate data flow
Act as escalation point for complex payroll inquiries and issue resolution
Provide reporting and analysis to support business decisions
Ability to quickly ramp up and stabilize payroll operations
Experience managing transitions and maintaining continuity
Flexibility to adapt to evolving priorities during coverage period
Exposure to system implementations or transformations
Identify and mitigate payroll risks associated with system implementation
Develop and document payroll processes, controls, and SOPs in the new system
Support the payroll cutover strategy and ensure a smooth transition to the new platform
Provide training and guidance to payroll team members and key stakeholders on the new system
Act as primary escalation point for payroll-related system issues during and post-implementation
Support post-go-live stabilization, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives