Our Global Client located in Downtown Toronto is currently seeking a Payroll Manager for the North American Operations, This is a Hybrid (3 days in the office) and a Permanent Role.

You MUST have experience with UKG and SAP, Must have experience processing Payroll for Canada and the U.S. 

The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing payroll operations across the United States and Canada. This role serves as the subject matter expert for multi- jurisdictional payroll, maintaining adherence to federal, state, provincial, and local regulations. The manager partners closely
with HR, Finance, and external vendors to drive accuracy, compliance, and continuous process improvement.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Processing & Compliance

  • Manage full-cycle payroll for salaried employees across multiple locations.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data integrity.
  • Ensure data integrity and confidentiality in payroll operations.
  • Ensure compliance with U.S. and Canadian labor laws, tax regulations, and internal policies.
  • Monitor legislative and regulatory changes affecting payroll and implement required updates.
    Prepare and submit year-end tax forms (e.g., W-2, T4).
  • Oversee garnishments, benefits deductions, and third-party remittances (e.g., 401K, RRSP).

Systems & Reporting

  • Partner with the HRIS manager to ensure payroll systems support accurate, compliant and efficient
    processing. (UKG, Ceridian, SAP).
  • Coordinate timekeeping systems and manage payroll system upgrades.
  • Generate payroll reports for Finance and HR and assist with quarter-end and year-end reconciliations.

 Team Leadership & Collaboration

  • Lead and develop payroll specialists.
  • Liaise with auditors and manage payroll-related audits.
  • Identify and implement payroll process and automation improvements in accordance with best practice.
  • Support payroll transitions, mergers, or system migrations as required.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

Requirements:

  • Proficiency in payroll software (e.g. UKG, SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
  • Familiarity with Canadian employment standards and U.S. FLSA regulations.
  • Experience with multi-location and cross-border payroll operations.
  • Minimum of 10 years’ experience with leading payroll operations.
  • 5 or more years of management or hands on experience of multi-state US payroll and payroll tax filing.
  • Prior management of employees is required.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, HR, or related field.
  • Certified Payroll Professional (CPP), and/or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) preferred.

Apply Today

If you’re interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please email me your resume at preeti@graniteconsulting.ca to organize a time to speak.