Director, Payroll Operations and Transformation

SEHC; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 117,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Tuition support

Pension

Competitive compensation

Staff perks

Job summary

SE Health in Markham, ON seeks a Director of Payroll Operations and Transformation to lead strategic payroll direction and modernization across a complex, multi-jurisdictional organization. The role oversees end-to-end payroll operations and drives enterprise-wide initiatives for efficiency, compliance, and employee experience.

This 6-month contract with possibility of extension emphasizes transformational leadership at the intersection of operations, technology, and people.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Payroll, Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in payroll operations, payroll transformation, or related functions.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale payroll modernization, systems implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience overseeing complex, multi-jurisdictional payroll environments.
• Strong background in compliance, controls, governance, audits, and risk management.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Markham Home Office: 90 Allstate Parkway on a regular basis

Responsibilities

• Lead Payroll Operations Excellence across multiple business lines and jurisdictions.
• Drive payroll transformation and modernization, including automation and governance.
• Lead and develop high-performing payroll teams and establish accountability.
• Serve as Finance Product Owner within enterprise transformation initiatives, ensuring requirements and reporting needs are met.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Payroll systems implementation

Organizational change management

Cross-functional stakeholder mgmt

Process improvement

Data analytics

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Payroll, HR, Business, or related field

Job description

Director, Payroll Operations and Transformation Location Markham, ON Job Type Corporate Employment Status Temporary/Contract

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise that brings compassion, innovation, and impact to communities across Canada. We deliver trusted, connected care and partner across the health system to strengthen community-based care and drive meaningful system transformation.

At SE Health, we believe payroll is more than a transaction. It is a critical function that supports employee trust, operational excellence, and organizational success. As our Director, Payroll Operations and Transformation, you will lead the strategic direction and modernization of payroll across a complex, multi-jurisdictional organization while helping shape the future of how we work.

This is a unique opportunity for a transformational leader who thrives at the intersection of operations, technology, process improvement, and people leadership. You will oversee end-to-end payroll operations while driving enterprise-wide initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance, employee experience, and decision-making

This role is a 6 months contract with possibility of extension.

What You'll Do

Lead Payroll Operations Excellence

• Provide strategic leadership for payroll operations across multiple business lines, employee groups, and jurisdictions.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately, efficiently, compliantly, and on time.
• Establish and maintain strong governance frameworks, service standards, policies, controls, and performance metrics.
• Promote operational excellence through data-driven decision-making, process discipline, and continuous monitoring.
• Lead audit readiness activities and partner with Finance, Human Resources, Legal, Internal Audit, and external stakeholders to ensure compliance and risk mitigation.

Drive Payroll Transformation and Modernization

• Develop and execute a payroll and time-tracking transformation roadmap that supports organizational growth and evolving workforce needs.
• Lead modernization initiatives focused on automation, process simplification, governance, and employee experience improvements.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to streamline processes, eliminate inefficiencies, and enhance service delivery.
• Explore and implement responsible AI-enabled solutions that improve payroll accuracy, risk detection, reporting, forecasting, and employee support.
• Lead payroll integration activities related to mergers, acquisitions, organizational restructuring, and enterprise change initiatives.

Lead and Develop High-Performing Teams

• Inspire, mentor, and develop a team of payroll leaders and professionals.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
• Establish clear priorities, service expectations, and development opportunities.
• Serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to leaders across Finance, Human Resources, Operations, Digital, and Executive Leadership.

Serve as Finance Product Owner within Enterprise Transformation Initiatives

• Represent Finance within major enterprise transformation programs and digital initiatives.
• Partner with clinical, operational, and technology leaders to ensure business requirements, controls, and reporting needs are incorporated into solution design and delivery.
• Support change management, stakeholder engagement, testing, implementation readiness, and successful adoption of new systems and processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Payroll, Human Resources, Business, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in payroll operations, payroll transformation, or related functions.
• Demonstrated success leading large-scale payroll modernization, systems implementation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience overseeing complex, multi-jurisdictional payroll environments.
• Strong background in compliance, controls, governance, audits, and risk management.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to Markham Home Office: 90 Allstate Parkway on a regular basis

Skills and Leadership Competencies

• Strategic leadership and business partnership
• Payroll systems implementation and optimization
• Organizational change management and transformation leadership
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Process improvement and operational excellence
• Data analytics and performance measurement
• Strong communication, influencing, and relationship-building skills

Why Join SE Health?

• Competitive Total Rewards: So much more than a paycheque! Enjoy comprehensive benefits, pension, flexible pay options, car-loan support, housing solutions and exclusive staff perks.
• Flexibility & Belonging: Thrive with hybrid work, flexible scheduling and a supportive, inclusive culture that puts people first.
• Purpose & Impact: Join a national social enterprise where your voice matters. Every role helps advance health, spark innovation and strengthen communities across Canada.

Growth That Meets Your Ambition:

Access tuition support, training and meaningful career pathways across a growing, future-focused organization.

About SE Health

SE Health is a not-for-profit social enterprise advancing health with heart. With 115+ years of impact, we bring hope, happiness and exceptional care to people and communities across Canada. We lead with empathy, dignity and purpose while building a future where everyone can realize their full health and well-being potential. We’re also an inclusive, supportive workplace offering competitive compensation, strong benefits and real opportunities to grow. We’re All In Together.

Accessibility:

If you require accommodations due to illness or disability, please contact Talent Acquisition at [e-mail].

AI and compensation details:

We use AI to take notes during our interview. All applications and interviews are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team. This role is a replacement position. The pay range for this position is $117,000 - $145,000. The compensation offered is determined based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, skills, and competencies, taking into consideration internal equity