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Tammy Boyko and Carlan Wilbon with Aplin are currently seeking an experienced Payroll Manager for an immediate temporary opportunity with a well-established organization. This role is ideal for a hands-on payroll leader with extensive Canadian payroll expertise, leadership experience, and advanced knowledge of Dayforce in a high-volume, multi-provincial environment. Ideally this role may become temporary to hire.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and manage full-cycle Canadian payroll processing ensuring accurate and timely bi-weekly payroll processing using Dayforce for 1,000 plus employees across multiple provinces
- Develop, implement, and maintain payroll policies, procedures, and documentation while ensuring strong internal controls and full regulatory compliance across Canada
- Supervise, mentor, and develop payroll staff, including training, workload distribution, performance management, and ongoing team support
- Manage complex payroll processing activities including timecard review, PTO tracking, system updates, RRSP remittances, and payroll reporting
- Ensure accurate processing and reconciliation of payroll transactions including wages, bonuses, commissions, retroactive pay, and other compensation adjustments
- Oversee statutory and voluntary deductions including taxes, benefits, garnishments, child support orders, and other withholdings
- Ensure full compliance with federal, provincial, state, and local payroll legislation, including timely and accurate tax filings, submissions, and payments
- Manage payroll tax compliance activities, including responding to local tax agency inquiries and notices
- Compile, analyze, and report payroll and employee data for Finance, HR, audits, and leadership reporting requirements
- Partner with internal stakeholders to resolve payroll discrepancies, perform wage calculations, and support continuous process improvements
Qualifications:
- 8-10 years of payroll experience processing payroll for 1000 plus employees across Canada, including 3+ years in a direct supervisory role managing payroll teams
- Extensive experience processing high-volume, multi-provincial Canadian payroll using Dayforce
- Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, provincial employment standards, CRA requirements, payroll taxation, and compliance regulations
- National Payroll Institute designation (PCP or PLP) is highly preferred
- Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel, MS Office, and G Suite applications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with employees at all levels
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced, changing environment
- Strong organizational skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive payroll information professionally
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to change, process improvements, and innovation
At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff, Impact Recruitment, and Vantix Systems — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.