Payroll Manager – Pharmascience

Title of the Job: Payroll Manager

Location: Montreal, QC

Job Description: Description :The Payroll Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll department and ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time. This role involves optimizing payroll processes and systems, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, and providing leadership and support to the payroll team.Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the payroll department, ensuring accurate and timely processing of the different payrolls
• Ensure compliance of operations with company policies, as well federal and provincial regulations. Constantly monitor and apply updates to laws and regulations governing payroll processing and compliance
• Resolve payroll discrepancies and handle payroll-related escalations.
• Conduct regular audits of payroll procedures and records and facilitate internal/external audits
• Coordinate international payroll updates with third-party providers
• Review and approve payroll data before final submission bi-weekly
• Oversee payroll year-end processing, including the production of tax slips and annual declarations
• Manage group insurance and retirement plans (billing, enrollment, rate changes, renewals, system integrations, escalations, etc.).
• Support the integration of acquired companies into the payroll system for smooth transitions
• Plan and manage team work to ensure timely processing and a balanced distribution of payroll activities
• Develop, maintain, and regularly update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all payroll processes
• Develop and maintain internal and external client relationships.
• Develop and implement system and process changes to enhance efficiency and accuracy while instilling a continuous improvement mindset
• Foster a performance-based and learning culture that engages the team to achieve excellence
• Support the implementation of the various HR projects

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in payroll management
• Strong knowledge of payroll software and systems
• Excellent understanding of payroll regulations and compliance
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Ability to guide and direct teams towards common goals
• Rigor, integrity, autonomy, and adaptability
• Analytical and synthesis skills, and the ability to innovate in finding solutions
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel

• Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) designation.
• Experience with UKG and Kronos

Education : Bachelor
BachelorExperience : 10 years: Experience in payroll management

Company Name: Pharmascience

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