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Payroll Supervisor
<p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll operations for a large and dynamic team in Surrey, British Columbia. This long-term contract position involves managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with unionized environments, and supporting the team with audits and reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accuracy and efficiency while contributing to the overall success of the payroll department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the payroll process for approximately 1,000 employees, including unionized and hourly staff.</p><p>• Conduct detailed audits to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with IT teams to develop tools and applications that streamline year-end reporting processes.</p><p>• Support the integration of new payroll systems and assist with data migration and validation.</p><p>• Generate and analyze payroll reports to provide actionable insights for management.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of payroll specialists, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.</p><p>• Oversee the transition from manual timesheets to automated systems, ensuring smooth implementation.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with various departments and stakeholders to address payroll-related inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, union agreements, and company policies.</p><p>• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving payroll discrepancies in a timely manner</p>
<p>• Minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll with previous Supervisor experience, preferably in a unionized environment.</p><p>• Proficiency in Ceridian Dayforce and strong Excel skills for reporting and data analysis.</p><p>• Demonstrated ability to supervise audits and ensure compliance with payroll standards.</p><p>• Excellent communication skills to effectively liaise with team members and stakeholders.</p><p>• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities.</p><p>• Familiarity with year-end payroll processes and reporting requirements.</p><p>• Experience in managing and mentoring a team to achieve departmental goals.</p><p>• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and take initiative in a fast-paced environment.</p>
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  • Surrey, BC
  • onsite
  • Temporary
  • 37.50 - 41.00 CAD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for an experienced Payroll Supervisor to oversee payroll operations for a large and dynamic team in Surrey, British Columbia. This long-term contract position involves managing payroll processes, ensuring compliance with unionized environments, and supporting the team with audits and reporting. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accuracy and efficiency while contributing to the overall success of the payroll department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise and manage the payroll process for approximately 1,000 employees, including unionized and hourly staff.</p><p>• Conduct detailed audits to ensure payroll accuracy and compliance with organizational standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with IT teams to develop tools and applications that streamline year-end reporting processes.</p><p>• Support the integration of new payroll systems and assist with data migration and validation.</p><p>• Generate and analyze payroll reports to provide actionable insights for management.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of payroll specialists, fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment.</p><p>• Oversee the transition from manual timesheets to automated systems, ensuring smooth implementation.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with various departments and stakeholders to address payroll-related inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with payroll regulations, union agreements, and company policies.</p><p>• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving payroll discrepancies in a timely manner</p>
  • 2025-08-29T18:14:03Z

Payroll Supervisor Job in Surrey | Robert Half