Payroll Manager
Oversee full-cycle bi-weekly Canadian payroll operations and lead a team of payroll professionals to ensure accuracy and compliance. Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and the administration of group benefits and pension plans.
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- Canada
- Posted Sep 2, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Indigo Park Canada is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to oversee payroll operations across Canada. Reporting to the Vice President, Finance, you will lead a team of payroll professionals and play a key role in ensuring accurate, compliant, and efficient payroll services. Responsibilities Manage the full cycle of bi-weekly Canadian payroll across all provinces. Lead,coach, and develop a team of payroll professionals, creating an environment where team members can grow, contribute, and succeed. Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal and provincial legislation, collective agreements, and company policies. Administer payroll through ADP Workforce Now and Enhanced Scheduler (Time & Attendance). Prepare, review, and validate payroll-related reports, including internal, external, and month-end reporting. Manage complex payroll transactions, including retroactive payments, bonuses, taxable benefits, and other compensation elements. Lead payroll reconciliations and support internal and external audits, as required. Collaborate closely with HR, Finance, and Operations to ensure seamless payroll processing and exceptional employee support. Manage the administration of group benefits, pension plans, and related payroll deductions. Identify and implement opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, systems, and overall efficiency. Stay current on payroll legislation, regulatory changes, and industry best practices across Canada. Qualifications Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Payroll Manager or in a senior payroll leadership role. Proven experience managing high-volume Canadian payroll operations. Experience leading and developing payroll teams. Strong knowledge of the complete Canadian payroll cycle. Thorough understanding of federal and provincial payroll legislation. Significant experience interpreting and administering collective agreements. Experience with ADP Workforce Now (WFN) required. Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Fully bilingual in French and English. Member in good standing of the National Payroll Institute (NPI). PCP or PLP designation is considered an asset. What We Offer Competitive salary starting at 120K Annual performance bonus opportunity Pension matching program. Comprehensive benefits package.
What you’ll do
Oversee full-cycle bi-weekly Canadian payroll operations and lead a team of payroll professionals to ensure accuracy and compliance. Manage payroll reporting, reconciliations, and the administration of group benefits and pension plans.
Requirements
Requires at least five years of experience in senior payroll leadership with expertise in ADP Workforce Now and Canadian federal and provincial legislation. Candidates must be fully bilingual in French and English and a member of the National Payroll Institute.
Benefits
• Annual Performance Bonus • Pension Matching Program • Comprehensive Benefits Package
Listed skills
- ADP Workforce NowPreferred
- Problem solvingPreferred
- Microsoft ExcelPreferred
- Team LeadershipPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Payroll Management
- ADP Workforce Now
- Canadian Payroll Legislation
- Collective Agreements
- Microsoft Excel
- Team Leadership
- Payroll Reconciliation
- Group Benefits Administration
- Pension Plan Administration
- Bilingual French and English
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-Solving
Job areas
- Finance & Accounting
- Human Resources
- Management & Leadership
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 5+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
