Payroll Manager

Quantum Management Services Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HOOPP Pension

Four weeks' vacation

Comprehensive benefits

Hybrid work model

ERP modernization

Job summary

Quantum Management Services Ltd. is partnering with a leading healthcare organization in Toronto to hire a Payroll Manager. This hybrid role oversees payroll for ~4,000 employees, with a strong focus on compliance, governance, and ERP transformation.

You will lead a team of five, drive process improvements, and collaborate with HR, Finance, and union representatives. The ideal candidate has CPM designation, a relevant degree, and 7+ years in payroll within large, complex environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or related discipline.
• CPM designation required and CRA/compliance knowledge.
• Experience leading payroll in large, complex, unionized environments.
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience; 5+ years in people leadership.
• Experience with ERP systems and year-end payroll activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end payroll for approxi­mately 4,000 employees in a unionized environment.
• Coach and develop a team of five payroll professionals.
• Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and statutory compliance.
• Maintain payroll governance through reconciliations, audits, and internal controls.
• Oversee year-end activities including T4s and statutory reporting.
• Collaborate with HR, Finance, unions, and leadership to resolve payroll matters.
• Support ERP implementation and drive process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Payroll management

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Accounting

Canadian Payroll Manager (CPM) designation

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Position: Payroll Manager

Location: Toronto, ON - Hybrid (3 Days Onsite)

Salary: $120,000-$130,000 + HOOPP Pension + Comprehensive Benefits

Lead Payroll Transformation for a Leading Healthcare Organization

Our client, a large and highly respected healthcare organization, is seeking a strategic Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations for approximately 4,000 employees across a complex, unionized environment. Reporting to senior finance leadership, this is a high-impact leadership opportunity to oversee payroll operations, drive compliance, mentor a high-performing team, and play a key role in a major ERP transformation.

If you're a payroll leader who thrives in complex organizations, enjoys driving process improvements, and wants to make a meaningful impact within an essential public service organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

• Competitive salary of $120,000-$130,000
• HOOPP Defined Benefit Pension
• Four weeks' vacation from day one
• Comprehensive health, dental, and wellness benefits
• Hybrid work model (3 days onsite)
• Opportunity to lead payroll modernization through a major ERP implementation
• Join a stable, mission-driven organization with an exceptional culture and long-term career growth

What You'll Be Doing:

• Lead the end-to-end payroll function supporting approximately 4,000 employees across a complex, unionized workforce.
• Manage, coach, and develop a team of five payroll professionals, fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with all legislative and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain strong payroll governance through reconciliations, audits, and robust internal controls.
• Oversee year-end payroll activities including T4 preparation, reconciliations, and statutory reporting.
• Partner closely with HR, Finance, union representatives, and leadership to resolve payroll matters and interpret collective agreements.
• Ensure compliance with CRA regulations and support internal and external audits.
• Serve as the payroll lead for a major ERP implementation, helping drive change management and process optimization.
• Identify opportunities to improve payroll systems, workflows, controls, and reporting.
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders while delivering exceptional payroll service.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Experience with Oracle ERP implementation.
• Canadian Payroll Manager (CPM) designation is required.
• 7+ years of progressive payroll experience within large, complex organizations.
• 5+ years of people leadership experience managing payroll teams.
• Extensive experience overseeing large-scale payroll operations in unionized environments.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, CRA compliance, remittances, and year-end reporting.
• Experience working with enterprise ERP payroll systems.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead change, improve processes, and build high-performing teams.

Nice to Have:

• Healthcare, public sector, or broader public sector experience.
• CHRP designation and/or familiarity with OHA MIS Guidelines.

Why This Role?

This is more than a payroll management position it's an opportunity to influence the future of payroll operations within one of Toronto's most respected healthcare organizations. You'll lead an experienced team, drive modernization initiatives, and contribute to an organization dedicated to delivering exceptional care to the community.

If you're an experienced payroll leader looking to combine operational excellence with strategic transformation, we look forward to connecting with you.