The Role:
We are looking for a dynamic and highly experienced Payroll professional to join our Human Resources team. The ideal candidate has owned all payroll related processes in a high-volume and HCM systems driven environment. Reporting to the Manager, Total Rewards, the successful applicant will process payroll for 1000+ hourly and salaried employees, including union and non-union groups, and possesses multi-provincial payroll experience. in Ceridian Dayforce. In addition, the candidate will have a strong financial acumen to work closely with our finance team on payroll reporting, GL reconciliations and audits.

As Payroll Manager, your responsibilities will include:

• Manage the bi-weekly full cycle payroll process for 1000+ employees using the Ceridian Dayforce HCM system, while maximizing efficiencies and ensuring data integrity
• Update payroll related records within the system, including taxation, deductions/earnings set-up, group benefits premiums, etc.
• Lead the Payroll Coordinator in running payroll and other required processes
• Maintain various payroll schedules (maternity leave top-ups, salary continuance, STD payments, taxable benefits, etc.), prepare ROEs and other related tasks
• Audit employee time and attendance hours worked for calculating or coding errors, coordinate resolutions and approvals with approving supervisors, HR business partners and other stakeholders to ensure accuracy of hourly pay data
• Prepare payroll remittances to various third-party payees such as CRA, WSIB, wage garnishments, payroll taxes, group benefits premiums, union dues, etc.
• Reconcile statutory deductions and complete annual reports for CRA, CSST, EHT and WSIB, including reconciliations and issuance of year-end T4’s, T4A’s, and RL-1’s
• Perform all legislation changes while auditing risk to the company in reference to remittance thresholds such as WSIB and other statutory requirements
• Establish, monitor and maintain processes and controls for payroll related activities and systems
• Audit workflows and data for internal controls and consistency purposes, recommend solutions and implement best in class changes as required
• Provide professional advice and service to internal clients such as HR colleagues, finance, operations staff, employees, as well as external contacts such as Service Canada, CNESST, CRA, Sun Life and others
• Adhere to the terms of the Collective Agreement when dealing with unionized employees
• Maintain a thorough working knowledge of payroll systems and keep abreast of legislative and regulatory changes impacting payroll
• Other duties and projects as required

The qualifications and competencies we are looking for:

• Experience processing payroll in Ceridian Dayforce a MUST
• 5+ years senior level experience in handling high-volume and multi-province payrolls
• Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation required
• Post-secondary education with a focus in Administration and or Accounting preferred
• Experience with unionized and/or manufacturing hourly payroll environment required
• Excellent computer skills are required, including advanced proficiency in Excel
• Solid comprehension and understanding of payroll/timekeeping practices, employment legislation, CRA regulations and accounting principles
• Ability to review and analyze technical and/or programmatic requirements and specifications
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Enthusiastic team leader with a customer service and process improvement mindset
• Highly organized with effective time management and decision-making skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and sensitivity in dealing with personal information

Gay Lea Foods is a proud Canadian-owned dairy food and beverage company with a robust portfolio that includes 7 established brands such as Gay Lea Butter, Nordica Cottage Cheese, Ivanhoe Cheese, Salerno Cheese, and Hewitt’s Dairy. Our wide range of products are sold in Retail, Foodservice, Industrial, Co-pack, and Export markets, developed and produced out of our 13 manufacturing facilities in Ontario and Alberta.
Delivering high-quality and innovative products - from the consumer favourite Spreadables and North America’s first Smooth™ Cottage Cheese, to Nothing But Cheese™, an innovative snack made with 100% cheese, is what makes us market leaders in our categories. Our grassroots approach to business is what guides our direction and differentiates us from our competitors.
Our employees inspire our culture of excellence and entrepreneurship. We hire innovative and passionate professionals who know that greatness is achieved through people, partnerships, and acting with a business owner mindset.
For more about us visit: http://www.gaylea.com

COVID-19 Considerations:
Enhanced cleaning protocols are in place at all facilities. For safety, all employees and visitors will continue to be required to wear a company-provided mask in all manufacturing and distribution areas at Gay Lea Foods.

Gay Lea Foods is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity in our workplace.

Reasonable accommodation is available upon request throughout our recruitment and selection process.

Thank you for your interest in Gay Lea Foods.
Wishing you all the best with your career search!


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