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Payroll Supervisor/Manager (Closed)

HAVE YOU BEEN LOOKING FOR A GREAT PAYROLL SUPERVISOR ROLE? Our client, a well-established organization, is looking for a successful professionally designated accountant.

Payroll Supervisor/Manager

The Payroll Supervisor will manage and direct all aspects of Payroll administration, including all month and year-end journal entries, accruals, reconciliations and reporting. In addition, you will provide direct supervision and performance management to a staff of two. This includes, but is not limited to: managing each processing function, developing, implementing and maintaining policies and procedures, assigning daily responsibilities/re-establishing priorities, problem resolution, streamlining manual processes, and special projects.

About the Opportunity

• Supervise and direct the activities of the Payroll Bookkeepers. Oversee workflow, handle staffing issues, prepare performance reviews, plan resources etc.
• Hold monthly staff meetings to discuss the status of activities; provide coaching and 1-on-1 guidance
• Oversee all field employee payrolls; audit and approve each payroll run per company policies and procedures  
• Possess an in-depth understanding of how pay is calculated, including non-legislated payroll deductions and special earnings. Responsible for the maintenance of all admin employee files. Coordinate payroll processing schedules to ensure all deadlines are met
• Prepare and submit required payrolls for all admin employees
• Ensure all payroll journal entries are prepared, reviewed and approved within the specified timelines
• Prepare monthly payroll accruals and ensures deadlines for completion are adhered to
• Assist in the analysis and reasonability of payroll related expenses for month-end close purposes
• Ensure that all employees are paid in accordance with Company policies, Employment Standards legislation and that all SOX audit requirements are adhered to
• Prepare all year-end reconciliations and ensure reporting requirements are completed accurately and within the specified time lines
• Display a strong understanding of Payroll & HR functionality. Suggest system enhancements that will ultimately help streamline the payroll process. Troubleshoot issues and implement changes when necessary
• Work closely with HR to support policy changes, benefits administration and reviews      
• Identify areas that will benefit from process improvements and work closely with senior management to implement streamlined and efficient solutions
• Respond to all employee payroll inquiries and adhere to the department’s customer service level agreement
• Play a lead role on special projects that impact Payroll and participate on other Shared Services Projects as required

About You  

• CPA certification (PCP or CPM) or equivalent work experience, which includes:
• 5-7 years’ experience processing and managing payroll across multi-provincial jurisdictions
• Post-secondary education in a related field
• Previous benefits administration an asset
• Strong ERP systems knowledge required
• Prior experience supervising, proven leadership ability
• Knowledge of basic fundamental accounting concepts
• Strong systems knowledge, ADP Pay Specialist, ADP WFN (work-force-now), Oracle a plus
• Prior experience streamlining and automating manual processes
• Strong and accurate record keeping skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong knowledge of Word and Excel
• Skilled at interacting effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Displays sound business judgment 
• Required to sit for extended periods of time while working with a computer
• Works in a comfortable office environment
• Concentration and focus required for prolonged periods of time using computers
• May be required to work additional hours during month-end, quarter-end, and year-end
• Process a high-volume of work in tight deadlines

Salary Range
$75,000/year

How to Apply
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #16467.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.

About Lannick
Lannick is the premier professional recruitment and staffing firm in the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1985, Lannick provides best-in-class finance, accounting and technology professionals at all roles and levels through its three divisions: Lannick Finance & Accounting, Pro Count Staffing and Lannick Technology. Lannick places more than 1,000 candidates annually and is a preferred vendor for Canada’s most successful organizations. Learn more at www.lannick.com.

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