The Payroll Manager is a stand‑alone role responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for under 100 employees, including hourly, salaried, and commission-based staff. This role oversees all aspects of payroll administration, statutory reporting, and year‑end activities, as well as Pension and benefits administration.In addition, the Payroll Manager provides hands‑on human resources support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and HR administration. This position plays a key role in ensuring payroll accuracy, legislative compliance, and a positive employee experience. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Management & Compliance<ul><li>Manage and process full‑cycle payroll for under 100 employees, including hourly, salaried, and commission payroll</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time in accordance with federal and provincial legislation</li><li>Administer statutory deductions, remittances, and reconciliations (e.g., CPP, EI, income tax)</li><li>Prepare and file payroll reports and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage year‑end payroll functions, including T4s, T4As, and reconciliation reporting</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution</li><li>Maintain payroll records with a high level of confidentiality and accuracy</li></ul>Pension & Benefits Administration<ul><li>Administer company pension, group benefits, and savings programs</li><li>Enroll and terminate employees in benefits and pension plans, ensuring accurate deductions</li><li>Liaise with benefits and pension providers to resolve issues and manage renewals</li><li>Support employees with benefits and pension-related questions</li></ul>Human Resources Support<ul><li>Support recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening, and interview coordination</li><li>Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including employee documentation and system setup</li><li>Coordinate employee terminations, ensuring compliance with employment legislation</li><li>Administer WSIB reporting and claims management</li><li>Support employee engagement initiatives and HR programs</li><li>Prepare and maintain HR documentation, including:</li><li>Employment contracts and letters</li><li>Policy updates and revisions</li><li>Employee handbook maintenance</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR compliance</li></ul>

Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll and human resources functions</li><li>Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation preferred</li><li>Post‑secondary education in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field</li><li>Strong knowledge of multi-provincial payroll legislation and best practices</li><li>Experience managing WSIB, benefits, pension plans, and employee records</li><li>Proven ability to work independently in a stand‑alone role</li></ul> Skills & Competencies<ul><li>Strong attention to detail and high level of accuracy</li><li>Excellent organizational and time management skills</li><li>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion</li><li>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li>Working knowledge of HR policies, employment standards, and workplace legislation</li><li>Proficiency with payroll and HRIS systems and Microsoft Office</li></ul>

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Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
90000.00 - 120000.00 CAD / Yearly
The Payroll Manager is a stand‑alone role responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll for under 100 employees, including hourly, salaried, and commission-based staff. This role oversees all aspects of payroll administration, statutory reporting, and year‑end activities, as well as Pension and benefits administration.In addition, the Payroll Manager provides hands‑on human resources support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment support, onboarding and offboarding, employee engagement initiatives, and HR administration. This position plays a key role in ensuring payroll accuracy, legislative compliance, and a positive employee experience. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Management & Compliance<ul><li>Manage and process full‑cycle payroll for under 100 employees, including hourly, salaried, and commission payroll</li><li>Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time in accordance with federal and provincial legislation</li><li>Administer statutory deductions, remittances, and reconciliations (e.g., CPP, EI, income tax)</li><li>Prepare and file payroll reports and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements</li><li>Manage year‑end payroll functions, including T4s, T4As, and reconciliation reporting</li><li>Act as the primary point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and issue resolution</li><li>Maintain payroll records with a high level of confidentiality and accuracy</li></ul>Pension & Benefits Administration<ul><li>Administer company pension, group benefits, and savings programs</li><li>Enroll and terminate employees in benefits and pension plans, ensuring accurate deductions</li><li>Liaise with benefits and pension providers to resolve issues and manage renewals</li><li>Support employees with benefits and pension-related questions</li></ul>Human Resources Support<ul><li>Support recruitment efforts, including job postings, screening, and interview coordination</li><li>Manage onboarding and offboarding processes, including employee documentation and system setup</li><li>Coordinate employee terminations, ensuring compliance with employment legislation</li><li>Administer WSIB reporting and claims management</li><li>Support employee engagement initiatives and HR programs</li><li>Prepare and maintain HR documentation, including:</li><li>Employment contracts and letters</li><li>Policy updates and revisions</li><li>Employee handbook maintenance</li><li>Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR compliance</li></ul>
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