Canada Payroll Lead

Novartis México; Canada; On-site; MXN 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis México is seeking a Canada Payroll Lead to drive accurate and compliant end-to-end payroll operations for Canada, while serving as the primary subject matter expert and partner to stakeholders across HR, Finance, Benefits, and IT.

You'll own Canadian payroll controls, manage external vendors such as ADP, and lead complex activities including year-end processing, system interfaces, and continuous improvement initiatives to ensure timely delivery and audit readiness.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and year-end processing.
• Ability to partner with HR, Finance, Benefits, and external vendors.
• Experience with payroll governance and audits.
• Strong problem-solving and risk identification.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for Canada, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Serve as subject matter expert on Canadian payroll legislation and taxation.
• Lead year-end payroll activities and collaborate with external vendors.
• Maintain payroll controls and audit-ready documentation.
• Escalate issues and drive corrective actions.

Skills

Canadian payroll knowledge

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Governance & compliance

Independent process management

Job description

Summary

The Canada Payroll Lead is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely end-to-end payroll operations for Canada while serving as the primary payroll subject matter expert and stakeholder partner. This role requires strong operational payroll expertise, ownership of payroll controls, effective vendor management, and the ability to lead complex payroll activities, including year-end processing, system interfaces, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The Canada Payroll Lead is responsible for delivering accurate, compliant, and timely end-to-end payroll operations for Canada while serving as the primary payroll subject matter expert and stakeholder partner. This role requires strong operational payroll expertise, ownership of payroll controls, effective vendor management, and the ability to lead complex payroll activities, including year-end processing, system interfaces, and continuous improvement initiatives.

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll operations for Canada, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing.
• Serve as the subject matter expert for Canadian payroll legislation, taxation, and payroll compliance.
• Handle complex payroll scenarios, including retroactive adjustments, off-cycle payments, terminations, and taxable benefits.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with HR, Finance, Benefits, Treasury, IT, and external vendors.
• Act as the primary liaison and escalation point for ADP and other payroll service providers.
• Lead a team as well as the planning and execution of Canadian year-end payroll activities.
• Perform payroll reconciliations, variance analysis, and root cause investigations to identify and resolve issues.
• Maintain payroll governance, controls, and audit-ready documentation in compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Deep knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, taxation, year-end processing, and payroll operations.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple teams.
• Experience managing external payroll vendors and ensuring service delivery accountability.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify risks, investigate issues, and drive corrective actions.
• Experience maintaining payroll controls, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to independently manage complex payroll processes and operational escalations.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Novartis is committed to building an outstanding, inclusive work environment and diverse teams representative of the patients and communities we serve.

Accessibility And Accommodation

Novartis is committed to work with and provide reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an email to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please include the job requisition number in your message.

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