Project Manager – HRIS & Payroll

Innoova; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Project Manager for HRIS & Payroll to lead impactful projects in digital transformation. This role involves planning and coordinating the implementation of HR and payroll systems, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders, and managing project delivery. You'll collaborate with HR experts and IT teams, driving change management and supporting the adoption of new systems. Join a dynamic team that values innovation and offers mentorship and professional development opportunities, all while making a significant impact in the rapidly expanding consulting sector.

Benefits

Mentorship opportunities

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• 3-5 years managing HR or payroll technology projects.
• Knowledge of HR processes and payroll-related legal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver HRIS and payroll projects ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risks, and lead project committees.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Change Management

Bilingualism (French and English)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in management, human resources, technology, or a related field

PMP certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Workday

Dayforce

SuccessFactors

ADP

UKG

Job description

INNOOVA is a Canadian consulting firm specializing in digital transformation, human capital, and enterprise technology solutions. For over 25 years, we’ve supported organizations of all sizes in strategic initiatives involving platforms like Workday, Dayforce, SuccessFactors, UKG, and others. Our services include governance, solution selection, implementation, and specialized staffing in project deployment. We take a collaborative, agnostic, and results-driven approach to every engagement. Proudly based in Montreal, INNOOVA operates across Canada.

As a Project Manager – HRIS & Payroll, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and delivering projects related to the implementation or optimization of HR and payroll systems. You will ensure rigorous governance, clear communication with stakeholders, and execution aligned with business objectives. You will play a key role in the seamless integration of functional, technological, and regulatory components.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

HRIS & Payroll Project Management

• Define the delivery strategy and structure monitoring mechanisms tailored to HRIS and payroll projects.
• Manage timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and work plans.
• Lead project committees and coordination meetings.
• Ensure alignment between HR processes, payroll compliance requirements, and deployed technological solutions.
• Oversee delivery activities (testing, training, data migration, go-live).
• Document key decisions, issues, and mitigation plans.

Client Relationship & Functional Coordination

• Work closely with HR experts, payroll specialists, IT teams, and solution providers.
• Gather business needs, clarify requirements, and ensure their accurate translation into deliverables.
• Maintain clear and proactive communication with all stakeholders.

Change Management & Adoption

• Support change management to encourage adoption of new systems and processes.
• Participate in planning communications, training, and support strategies.

What We’re Looking For

• 3 to 5 years of experience in managing HR or payroll technology projects.
• Knowledge of HR processes (employee lifecycle, time and attendance, compensation) and payroll-related legal requirements.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems (Workday, ADP, Dayforce, SuccessFactors, UKG, etc.).
• Excellent coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in management, human resources, technology, or a related field.
• PMP certification (or equivalent) and/or HRIS training (an asset).
• Bilingualism (French and English) required.
  

Why Join INNOOVA?

• Opportunity to lead and contribute to challenging and impactful projects.
• Mentorship and professional development opportunities to advance your career.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with a focus on innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Opportunity to grow with a rapidly expanding company and make a significant impact.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.