Payroll Manager

College of the North Atlantic; Stephenville; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) in Stephenville, NL, is seeking a Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for a multi‑campus environment. The role ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing while collaborating with HR, Finance and external agencies.

The ideal candidate will have a business/commerce degree, payroll supervisory experience, and familiarity with Canadian payroll legislation. A PCP/PLP designation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field.
• Recent payroll experience including supervisory experience.
• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• Lead payroll staff and coordinate with Human Resources and Finance.
• Interpret and apply collective agreements, labour standards, and payroll legislation.
• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including T4s and related filings.

Skills

Payroll management

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration/Commerce

Tools

Payroll systems

Job description

Salary Information

HL21 - $74,093.00 - $96,320.98 per annum.

HL21 - $74,093.00 - $96,320.98 per annum.

Duties And Responsibilities

Reporting to the Comptroller, the Payroll Manager is responsible for the effective management and delivery of payroll services for College of the North Atlantic. The position ensures accurate, timely, and compliant payroll processing in a complex, multi-campus environment.

The Payroll Manager provides leadership to payroll staff and works collaboratively with Human Resources, Finance, and external agencies to ensure compliance with legislation, collective agreements, and organizational policies.

• Manage and approve payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.


• Approve payroll remittances, including government and third-party payments.


• Supervise payroll staff, including work assignments, performance, and training.


• Provide guidance on complex payroll calculations and issues.


• Perform payroll processing and calculations, as required, to ensure operational continuity.


• Interpret and apply collective agreements, labour standards, and payroll legislation.


• Monitor changes to payroll legislation, CRA requirements, and WorkplaceNL regulations.


• Review payroll liability reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.


• Lead CRA and PIER reconciliations and related correspondence.


• Coordinate WorkplaceNL annual reporting and premium calculations.


• Liaise with CRA, WorkplaceNL, and other agencies on payroll matters.


• Coordinate year-end payroll activities, including T4s and issue resolution.


• Oversee T4A reporting and other required filings.


• Prepare provincial compensation disclosure and payroll-related statistical reports.


• Advise on payroll journal entries and support financial reporting.


• Support audits and maintain effective internal controls.


• Liaise with Human Resources on employee changes, payroll impacts, and collective agreement interpretation.


• Provide payroll advice and updates to the Comptroller and Director of Finance.


• Develop and maintain payroll processes and procedures to support continuous improvement.


• Perform other related duties as required.

Screening Criteria

• Degree in Business Administration, Commerce, or a related field (equivalencies may be considered). Recent and relevant payroll experience, including supervisory experience.


• Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation is preferred.

Assessment Criteria

• Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, CRA requirements, and WorkplaceNL regulations.


• Knowledge of labour standards legislation.


• Knowledge of payroll accounting, reconciliations, and financial reporting practices.


• Proficiency in payroll systems and related software.


• Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve complex payroll issues.


• Ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively.


• Ability to interpret policies, legislation, and agreements.


• Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities.


• Ability to Lead and support staff effectively.


• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Conditions of Offer

• When requested by the Employer, a recent and satisfactory Certificate of Conduct must be provided.


• Verification of credentials and applicable licenses, certifications, and/or professional memberships as required for the position.


• Credentials obtained outside of Canada will require an evaluation to determine their Canadian educational equivalency. This evaluation must support the educational requirements for the position.

Conditions of Acceptance

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) recognizes the importance of and is committed to offering flexible work arrangements to its employees. The successful applicant may qualify for a telework arrangement within the province, subject to eligibility criteria. Where appropriate, consideration may be given to a primarily remote, hybrid, or ad-hoc arrangement. However, as a place-based organization, candidates are expected to report to the specified work location identified in this job posting, as all positions will involve some degree of on-site work, unless otherwise indicated.

Applicant Information

• This position is located at Headquarters - Stephenville.


• Preference will be given to applicants who are a Canadian citizen, permanent resident of Canada, or those who are legally entitled to work in Canada.


• Applicants who elect to include a cover letter (optional) must upload cover letter and resumé as a combined document (PDF).


• Information submitted as part of the application process must be clear, factual, and current to date of submission and is subject to verification.


• Applicants will be notified of their status throughout each stage of the recruitment process.


• An offer of employment is conditional upon the satisfactory completion and review of all pre-employment requirements by the College.


• The results from this competition may be used to fill similar vacancies.

Closing Statement

For more information about this job opportunity or should you require an accommodation as part of this recruitment and selection process, please contact Ashley Budgell, Selection Board Chair, by email at [e-mail] .

College of the North Atlantic (CNA) strives to create an organizational culture that welcomes and amplifies diverse perspectives, nurtures belonging and actively seeks to eliminate barriers to equity. We invite all interested individuals to apply, and as part of our shared commitment to the advancement of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) as a true reflection of CNA’s core values (Excellence, Integrity, Diversity, Respect and Transparency), we encourage applications from equity‑seeking groups including, but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, those who identify as women, and members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

We appreciate your interest in College of the North Atlantic!