Director – Payroll Operations

Director – Payroll Operations

Requirements

• Deep knowledge of payroll processes and regulations knowledge for Canada and the US.
• Proven leadership skills in managing diverse payroll teams.
• Understanding of local payroll regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience in optimizing payroll processes and driving automation.
• Ability to develop and execute a strategic vision for payroll operations.
• Expertise in collaborating with various teams for integrated payroll operations.
• Advanced knowledge of payroll systems and HRIS technologies.
• Strong ability to analyze payroll data and generate insights.
• Exceptional communication skills for handling payroll inquiries.
• Expertise in leading change management efforts for payroll projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing for Canada, the US, and Ireland, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Lead and develop a diverse team of specialists within the payroll function.
• Serve as SME for global payroll, guiding on regulations and process improvements.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations, staying updated on changes.
• Enhance payroll processes, streamline workflows, and leverage automation.
• Promote continuous improvement across HR Shared Services.
• Manage relationships with external payroll providers and optimize payroll technology.
• Ensure payroll data accuracy and generate reports for senior leadership as required.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, Legal, and other teams on payroll operations.
• Implement internal controls to safeguard payroll processes.
• Establish high service standards for payroll inquiries and address issues sensitively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressively more senior payroll experience in a management role including the supervision of staff
• Experience with Agile & Design thinking & process improvement methodologies and knowledge of the full project life cycle is an asset
• Payroll certification or equivalent is an asset
• Experience in managing and overseeing a global payroll or Finance function within multiple jurisdictions
• Experience with Finance or Payroll risk and compliance management