Manager of Payroll

EWS Group; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

EWS Group in Markham, Ontario is seeking a hands-on Payroll Manager (US & Canada) to oversee full-cycle payroll for 3,000+ employees and ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with federal, provincial, and state regulations. You'll lead a payroll team of five, collaborate with HR and Finance, manage acquisitions integration, and drive process improvements and system enhancements using ADP or Workday.

This is a full-time, hybrid role with a salary range of CAD 135k–150k plus an annual bonus,

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of payroll leadership experience.
• Deep knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation.
• Strong analytical and process-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for 3,000+ employees across Canada and the U.S.
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial/state, and local payroll laws.
• Lead payroll integration for acquisitions and align systems.
• Develop the team and drive automation and efficiency improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Attention to detail

Communication

Multitasking

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or related field

CPP/PCP certification (Canada/US)

Tools

ADP

Workday

Excel

Job description

## Manager of PayrollApply: Canada - Markham - Ontario: Full time: Posted 2 Days Ago: R54260## ## Job Description:**Position Summary**Our team is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Manager (US & Canada) to oversee all aspects of payroll administration. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with labour laws and tax regulations, and effective management of payroll systems and processes. The Payroll Manager will work closely with HR, Finance, and external vendors to support organizational goals and ensure employees are paid correctly and on time.The Payroll Manager will report to the Vice President of Human Resources and will lead a team of payroll professionals, oversee payroll-related accounting activities, and play a key role in payroll integration for acquisitions. This position offers a hybrid work environment and requires a hands-on leader with strong technical expertise in North American payroll and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.The expected salary range for this role is between $135K and $150K, depending on experience and qualifications, plus an annual bonus. Note this role is being opened as the current individual will be retiring in Q227 and we require significant overlap for training. AI is used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role.**Key Responsibilities:****Payroll Operations*** Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for 3,000+ employees across Canada and the U.S.* Ensure compliance with federal, provincial/state, and local payroll legislation* Manage payroll calendars, audits, and year-end processes (T4s, W-2s, etc.)* Partner with Finance on audits, reporting, and accruals**Acquisitions & Integration*** Lead payroll integration for acquisitions* Assess risks, align systems, and ensure seamless onboarding of new employees**Compliance & Controls*** Maintain strong internal controls and audit readiness* Ensure adherence to internal compliance standards**Leadership*** Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5 payroll staff* Allocate workload, improve processes, and ensure cross-training**Process Improvement*** Identify automation and efficiency opportunities* Improve payroll systems, workflows, and reporting**Key Competencies:*** Has strong attention to detail, and excellent analytical and problem-solving skills* Possesses effective written and oral communication skills* Accustomed to managing sensitive or confidential information appropriately* Proven ability to multitask and effectively manage competing deadlines* Demonstrated leadership and decision-making abilities**Required Experience:*** 8–10+ years of payroll experience, including leadership roles* Deep knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation* Strong knowledge of payroll accounting (journal entries, reconciliations)* Experience with ADP and/or Workday an asset* Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP* Experience leading and developing teams**Qualifications:*** **Education** Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field.* **Certifications (Preferred)** PCP/PLP (Payroll Compliance Professional / Payroll Leadership Professional – Canada) and/or CPP (Certified Payroll Professional – US)## ## Business Unit:Corporate - HR## ## Scheduled Weekly Hours:37.5## ## Number of Openings Available:1## ## Worker Type:Regular