Global Payroll Manager

HEALWELL AI (TSX : AIDX); Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HEALWELL AI is seeking a detail-oriented Global Payroll Manager to oversee international payroll operations. The successful candidate will manage global payroll activities, with a strong background in ADP systems and equity compensation. This full-time role offers an engaging opportunity to optimize payroll processes while ensuring compliance across various jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing international payroll operations.
• Experience with RSUs, PSUs, and compliance.
• Strong proficiency in ADP platforms.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple countries.
• Lead a team of payroll professionals and ensure compliance.
• Oversee payroll treatment and taxation of equity awards.

Skills

Analytical

Communication

Interpersonal

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

Tools

ADP Payroll Systems

NetSuite

Excel

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Position Summary

We are looking for a highly skilled and detail-oriented Global Payroll Manager to oversee our international payroll operations and ensure accurate, compliant, and timely payroll processing across all regions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with ADP payroll systems and a strong understanding of equity compensation programs, including RSUs (Restricted Share Units) and PSUs (Performance Share Units), in a public company setting.

This role will be responsible for managing global payroll activities, maintaining compliance with international regulations, and ensuring accurate payroll treatment of equity compensation, while partnering with internal teams and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

• Global Payroll Oversight: Lead and manage end-to-end payroll processing across multiple countries, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with local labor laws and tax regulations.
• Team Management: Manage and support a team of payroll professionals across global markets, including direct supervision of a Payroll Specialist. Provide coaching, development, and performance management to ensure high standards of service.
• ADP Payroll Systems: Act as the subject matter expert for ADP platforms (e.g., ADP Workforce Now), ensuring systems are optimized, maintained, and used effectively across regions.
• Equity Compensation Integration: Oversee accurate payroll treatment and taxation of equity awards (RSUs and PSUs); work closely with HR, Legal, and Finance to ensure compliance and accurate reporting.
• Vendor and Stakeholder Collaboration: Coordinate with third-party payroll vendors and internal partners to ensure effective, compliant payroll delivery in each region.
• Compliance & Controls: Ensure global payroll processes meet all regulatory, tax, and audit requirements. Maintain current knowledge of relevant laws and updates in all jurisdictions.
• Reporting & Reconciliation: Prepare and review payroll reports, journal entries, and reconciliations. Support month-end and year-end financial processes.
• Process Optimization: Identify and recommend improvements to streamline payroll workflows and improve data accuracy and consistency.
• Employee Support: Serve as a key escalation point for global payroll inquiries and ensure prompt and professional resolution of payroll issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, HR, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience managing international payroll operations.
• Strong proficiency with ADP payroll platforms (Workforce Now).
• Demonstrated experience with RSUs and PSUs, including tax and reporting aspects.
• Experience leading or managing geographically dispersed payroll teams.
• Strong understanding of international payroll compliance, tax law, and reporting standards.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential data with integrity and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications

• Canadian Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation.
• Experience working in a multinational or publicly traded company.
• Experience with NetSuite financial reporting system.
• Advanced Excel skills and data analysis capabilities.

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Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Human Resources

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