Financial Planning and Payroll Executive

Randstad; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency in Montreal seeks a Financial Planning and Payroll Executive to ensure accurate payroll processing and support financial planning activities. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Accounting or Finance and possesses significant payroll management experience. Benefits include a competitive salary, medical coverage, and a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus incentives

100% employer-paid medical & dental coverage

Generous vacation allowance plus 13 company holidays

Hybrid work model (office/home balance)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in payroll processing and management.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment.
• Strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls.
• Oversee payroll tax remittance and filings.
• Manage pension plans and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Financial Planning and Payroll Executive

job details

The Financial Planning and Payroll Executive is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, in accordance with company policies and government regulations. This role involves maintaining detailed payroll records, responding to employee inquiries regarding compensation, and collaborating with finance and HR teams to ensure proper deductions, remittances, and reporting. The position also supports financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis to help drive strategic decision-making. ...

This is a 16-month maternity leave replacement in a permanent position, with the potential for continued employment within the company depending on upcoming opportunities and business needs.

Advantages
This position offers the opportunity to join an organization providing a competitive total compensation package and exceptional benefits designed to support both your career and your personal well-being. Among the benefits offered:

- Competitive salary and annual bonus incentives.
- Pension contribution (up to 11% of base salary).
- 100% employer-paid medical & dental coverage, including disability and life insurance.
- 24/7 virtual healthcare access for employees and their families.
- Generous vacation allowance plus 13 company holidays.
- Parental top-up to 100% of salary for up to 18 weeks.
- On-site amenities including fitness centre, medical clinic, parking, and daycare (CPE).
- Company-provided iPhone and state-of-the-art digital tools.
- Global learning platforms, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.
- Hybrid work model (office/home balance).

Responsibilities
Supervise the annual payroll cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, and manage year-end payroll tax remittance and filings.

Ensure all payroll taxes and mandatory deductions are accurately calculated, reported, and remitted to government authorities, and act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for government-related inquiries.

Conduct bi-annual budget reviews, validate payroll for new expatriates, calculate recharges bi-annually, and manage the execution of outsourced tax services.

Administer pension plans (defined contribution, defined benefit, and retiree pension & benefits), oversee pension remittance validation, and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SoX) regulations.

Manage the execution of outsourced services, focusing on service level agreements (SLAs), cost management, and maintaining strong relationships with account managers.

Qualifications
What we're looking for :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.

Proven experience in payroll processing and management, with strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment.

Proficiency in finance tools and systems, specifically SAP / BI / BPC, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Excellent analytical skills and ability to handle large volumes of information accurately.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and external parties.

Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Bilingualism (French and English) is required due to regular communication with internal and external stakeholders across Canada and internationally.

Summary
If you are analytical, detail-oriented, and thrive in driving financial insights to support strategic decisions, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic organization. Apply today and contribute your expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Do not hesitate to send me your resume at :
[e-mail]

Randstad is Canada's largest employment agency, and each consultant is a specialist in his or her field. Not only will they be able to help you in your job search, they'll also be able to advise you on how to find a job that matches your skills.
As occupational health and safety is one of our top priorities, you'll also have access to our completely free online training.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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The Financial Planning and Payroll Executive is responsible for ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for all employees, in accordance with company policies and government regulations. This role involves maintaining detailed payroll records, responding to employee inquiries regarding compensation, and collaborating with finance and HR teams to ensure proper deductions, remittances, and reporting. The position also supports financial planning activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis to help drive strategic decision-making.

This is a 16-month maternity leave replacement in a permanent position, with the potential for continued employment within the company depending on upcoming opportunities and business needs.

Advantages
This position offers the opportunity to join an organization providing a competitive total compensation package and exceptional benefits designed to support both your career and your personal well-being. Among the benefits offered:

- Competitive salary and annual bonus incentives.
- Pension contribution (up to 11% of base salary).
- 100% employer-paid medical & dental coverage, including disability and life insurance. ...

- 24/7 virtual healthcare access for employees and their families.
- Generous vacation allowance plus 13 company holidays.
- Parental top-up to 100% of salary for up to 18 weeks.
- On-site amenities including fitness centre, medical clinic, parking, and daycare (CPE).
- Company-provided iPhone and state-of-the-art digital tools.
- Global learning platforms, coaching, and mentoring opportunities.
- Hybrid work model (office/home balance).

Responsibilities
Supervise the annual payroll cycle, ensuring timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly and monthly payrolls, and manage year-end payroll tax remittance and filings.

Ensure all payroll taxes and mandatory deductions are accurately calculated, reported, and remitted to government authorities, and act as the single point of contact (SPOC) for government-related inquiries.

Conduct bi-annual budget reviews, validate payroll for new expatriates, calculate recharges bi-annually, and manage the execution of outsourced tax services.

Administer pension plans (defined contribution, defined benefit, and retiree pension & benefits), oversee pension remittance validation, and ensure compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley (SoX) regulations.

Manage the execution of outsourced services, focusing on service level agreements (SLAs), cost management, and maintaining strong relationships with account managers.

Qualifications
What we're looking for :

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.

Proven experience in payroll processing and management, with strong knowledge of payroll regulations and compliance requirements.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a global FMCG or similar dynamic operating environment.

Proficiency in finance tools and systems, specifically SAP / BI / BPC, and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

Excellent analytical skills and ability to handle large volumes of information accurately.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and external parties.

Ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Bilingualism (French and English) is required due to regular communication with internal and external stakeholders across Canada and internationally.

Summary
If you are analytical, detail-oriented, and thrive in driving financial insights to support strategic decisions, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a fast-paced, dynamic organization. Apply today and contribute your expertise within a collaborative and forward-thinking team.

Do not hesitate to send me your resume at :
[e-mail]

Randstad is Canada's largest employment agency, and each consultant is a specialist in his or her field. Not only will they be able to help you in your job search, they'll also be able to advise you on how to find a job that matches your skills.
As occupational health and safety is one of our top priorities, you'll also have access to our completely free online training.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to [e-mail] to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.
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