Payroll and Integrated Systems Specialist

Roche Ltd, Consulting Group; Saguenay; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Payroll and Integrated Systems Specialist to manage payroll compliance and contribute to digital transformation projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive payroll experience, fluency in French and English, and a strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment, supporting cross-functional projects and driving efficiency in payroll processes.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of payroll management experience.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll compliance and data validation.
• Ensure adherence to legal and tax regulations.
• Propose enhancements to payroll systems.

Skills

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Leadership

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Professional certification in payroll administration

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains

Job description

Play a Key Role in the Digital Transformation of Payroll at Norda Stelo!

Follow your star!

Norda Stelo means "Northern Star"—where possibilities for innovation, growth, and impact are limitless.

Our vision is collective, and our DNA is deeply human.

The Team Behind the Engineering

Reporting to the Vice President, Talent and Culture, the Payroll and Integrated Systems Specialist plays a critical role in managing and ensuring payroll compliance. In collaboration with the Payroll and Benefits team, they ensure adherence to legal and tax regulations. This role also contributes to acquisition projects, entity integrations, and the digital transformation of payroll processes in an international context.

Our Expertise is Diverse—How About Yours?

• Payroll Management: Process and validate payroll data (timesheets, absences, vacations) to ensure accuracy and meet reporting obligations.
• Legal and Tax Compliance: Ensure compliance with local and international labor and tax regulations.
• International Mobility: Manage tax and administrative aspects related to talent mobility.
• Integrations: Participate in post-acquisition entity integrations by aligning systems and processes.
• Continuous Improvement: Propose and implement enhancements to payroll systems and processes in a digital transformation context.
• Support: Respond to payroll and benefits-related inquiries.
• Training and Monitoring: Act as a mentor to the Payroll team and stay up to date with legislative changes.
• Month-End and Year-End Processes: Oversee payroll closing activities, including internal and external audits.
• Documentation: Produce Records of Employment and required tax forms.

Your Profile

• At least 10 years of payroll management experience, ideally in a Canadian and international context (an asset), including post-acquisition integration projects.
• Fluency in French and English, written and spoken (intermediate level in English required).
• Expertise in payroll systems and ERP/HRIS solutions.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation; knowledge of U.S. regulations is an asset.
• Advanced skills in Excel and Microsoft tools; experience with Microsoft Dynamics Great Plains is an asset.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects effectively.
• Demonstrated skills in optimizing and automating payroll processes.
• Meticulous in handling sensitive data and maintaining confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently while fostering teamwork.
• Skilled at building strong collaborations with multidisciplinary teams to drive shared success.

Additional Assets

• Professional certification in payroll administration.
• In-depth knowledge of HR process automation tools and systems.

You Don't Meet Every Requirement?

Norda Stelo is committed to employment equity and strongly encourages women, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, persons with disabilities, members of the LGBTQIA2+ community, Indigenous peoples, and/or individuals from traditionally marginalized groups to apply.

We can provide accommodations based on your needs. To learn more about our accessible workplace and inclusive culture, please contact us at [e-mail].