Payroll Manager

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.