Manager, Payroll - Montréal, Canada - Administration portuaire de Montréal

Administration portuaire de Montréal

Verified Company

Montréal, Canada

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Under the supervision of.

the Accounting Officer, the Payroll Manager leads a team of payroll technicians and is responsible for the overall management of the payroll of all unionized and non-unionized staff.

The incumbent ensures the integrity of payroll processes, data accuracy and compliance with deadlines.

The key responsibilities for this position will include:

Manage activities related to the preparation and production of payroll for unionized and non-unionized employees:

Ensure that the operating methods, systems payroll parameters and control mechanisms in place are in line with current legislation and regulations, collective agreements, established standards and sound resource management principles.
Review and approve control reports related to payroll preparation and recommend corrective measures as required.
Analyze, coordinate and test payroll configuration changes, as needed, as well as annual updates.
Coordinate payroll processing and production for unionized employees when payroll technicians are absent.

Conduct month-end and year-end activities:

Participate in general ledger account reconciliations;
Prepare various tables for auditors;
Prepare T4, T4A and Relevé 1 slips.

Collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders:

Produce periodic payroll analysis and reports;
Act as a resource person for employees, managers and the Human Resources Department regarding payroll, pension plans and taxable benefits;
Produce statutory reports for various government authorities and external suppliers;
Train new managers on time management for employees under their supervision.

Monitor labour laws, tax rules and collective agreements:

When legislation, rules or agreements change, ensure that payroll-related activities, processes and systems are in compliance;
Ensure that changes or additions to corporate policies are properly reflected in payroll operations;
Document procedures, prepare reference material or any other relevant payroll information;

Contribute to budget preparation and review:

Prepare the salary budgets for all employees;
Follow up on a monthly basis and analyze variances between the budget and actual expenditures for salaries and benefits;
Prepares necessary reports and requests concerning human resources management.

Competency development:

Support, coach and motivate the team in their professional development;
Generate operational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement;
Participate in the development of payroll analysis and control practices;
Be a key player in various payroll and human resources projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting with seven (7) to ten (10) years of relevant experience;
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification from the National Payroll Institute (formerly CPA) or equivalent experience;
Certified Payroll Manager designation, an asset;
Experience with payroll modules, knowledge of integrated payroll/HR systems, an asset;
Adept with technological tools and continuous improvement concepts;
Excellent analytical, planning and work organization skills;
Ability to share knowledge and develop the team;
Oral and written fluency in both French and English;
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite;
Knowledge of SAP desirable;
Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively under tight deadlines;
Critical thinking and openness to change and collaboration are essential qualities;
Thoroughness and strong analytical skills;
Discretion and confidentiality;
Tact and diplomacy in dealing with various internal and external clients;