HR Manager/payroll Specialist - Toronto, Canada - Panavision

Description

Panavision is the world-class provider of end-to-end solutions that power the creative vision of filmmakers. Panavision's comprehensive offerings include unparalleled optics, proprietary camera and lighting systems, and state-of-the-art post-production services.

Driven by a passion for collaborative innovation, Panavision provides the content-creation industry with the highest standard of quality and service.

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Job Scope:

The position is responsible for HR and Payroll related functions to all Panavision Canada, Light Iron Digital Canada and LEE Canada staff.

HR Manager Key Responsibilities:

• Primary resource for management and resolution of employee issues
• Responsible to ensure company policies and practices are compliant with Provincial and Federal law
• Primary contact for management with respect to employee coaching and counseling
• Assist in the design, development and delivery of mandated training programs (ie Anti-Harassment) and also new training programs
• Responsible for overall Group Benefits Administration and Corporate RRSP Program
• Management and oversight of the annual year end reporting process
• Administration of all Leave of Absences
• Administration of the Annual Performance Management process and the 90 Day Review process
• Work with Managing Director in development of Succession Planning process
• New Hire Orientations and Employee Exits
• Responsible for revision/update of Employee Handbook on an annual basis
• Administration of any Relocation or Immigration requirements
• Responsible for oversight of workers compensation process for all Panavision Canada Branches
• Establish partnerships with outside vendors or consultants as appropriate for training and development needs
• Travel to other offices and ad hoc projects as required

Payroll Specialist Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and process payroll on a weekly basis for hourly and salaried employees which can include garnishment processing,
• Maintain accurate and uptodate payroll records
• Balance payrolls based on yearend calendars, participate in audit as assigned
• Prepare payroll journal entries, reconcile payroll general ledger accounts as requested
• Complete year end balancing, filing and delivery of T4s complete yearend tax form amendments as required
• RRSP management and remittance monthly
• Maintain annual vacation scheduler for Managers and Senior Management

Job Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of Human Resources generalist experience / Certified Payroll Compliance Professional or Certified Payroll Manager
• Working knowledge of ADP payroll system
• WorkForce Now
• Ability to effectively interact with senior management as well as employees at all levels within the organization
• Prior management experience preferred
• Strong customer service focus
• Prior experience in areas of Employee Relations, Recruitment, Performance Management and Employee Development
• Results-Oriented, Detail Oriented and Deadline focused
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience in media, entertainment or technology organizations preferred.
• Ability to be flexible and thrive in a constantly changing work environment, with changing priorities

Education/Technical Requirements:

• BA/BS degree in Human Resources or related field, preferred
• Certified Payroll Compliance Professional / Certified Payroll Manager or higher
• Strong knowledge of Provincial and Federal employment/labour law
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Outlook

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