Specialist

Humber College; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 88,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Humber College in Toronto is seeking a Specialist, Payroll Project to support payroll transformation and process improvement within People & Culture. You will act as a SME across the project lifecycle, from requirements to testing and post-implementation support.

You will lead bi-weekly payroll operations, collaborate with payroll, P&C, Change Management, and stakeholders, and ensure accurate, timely payroll delivery while driving continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Minimum six years of progressive payroll processing experience.
• Extensive knowledge of Oracle Cloud Payroll and Oracle HCM is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead bi-weekly payroll operations with functional payroll leadership.
• Monitor payroll processing activities and identify potential issues.
• Coordinate resolution of payroll errors and data-related issues.
• Collaborate with Payroll, P&C, Change Management and stakeholders to ensure practical payroll solutions.
• Develop test scenarios and support UAT for payroll-related projects.
• Support implementation activities and post-implementation validation where required.

Skills

Payroll processing

Oracle Cloud Payroll

Canadian payroll

Excel

PowerPoint

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Payroll

Payroll certifications PCP or CPM

Tools

Oracle Cloud Payroll

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job Description - Specialist, Payroll Project - Peoples & Culture - FT Admin (37167)

Specialist, Payroll Project - Peoples & Culture - FT Admin - ( 37167 )

Find Your Spot at Humber

At Humber, we are a vibrant, diverse community of professionals dedicated to providing an exceptional learning experience for our students. Through our strategic vision and exciting new brand Builders of Brilliance , we are co-constructing a new model of polytechnic education for Ontario, Canada, and the world. We are committed to ensuring Humber offers the right programs, with the most effective teaching and learning approaches, to prepare exceptional leaders for our industries and communities.

We offer a collegial, collaborative, inclusive environment in which each individual is supported to grow and bring their best each day.

If you are excited by the prospect of contributing to our vision for learning, if you would like to be part of building a new model of polytechnic education, of ‘building brilliance’, in one of Canada’s preeminent higher education institutions, then here is your opportunity to join our dynamic team.

Job Details:

Position Title: Specialist, Payroll Project
Status:Full-Time Administration
Hours: 37.5 h ours per week
Faculty/Department:People(s) & Culture
Campus/Location: North Campus – must be comfortable working hybrid, a minimum of four (4) days on‑site.
Minimum Starting Salary:$97,491; starting salaries are determined based on qualifications and years of related experience.

About the Specialist, Payroll Project Role:

The Specialist, Payroll Project plays a key role in supporting payroll transformation, technology, and process improvement initiatives while maintaining a strong connection to day-to-day payroll operations. Acting as a subject matter expert (SME), this role provides functional payroll expertise throughout the project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and solution design through testing, implementation, and post-implementation support.

The Specialist, Payroll Project works closely with Payroll, People(s) & Culture (P&C), Change Management, and other stakeholders to ensure payroll solutions are practical, compliant, well tested, and effectively adopted. In addition to project responsibilities, the role serves as a functional lead for the bi-weekly payroll cycle, helping to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve payroll issues and ensuring the accuracy and timely delivery of payroll.

Key Responsibilities

Bi-Weekly Payroll Operations

• Lead bi-weekly payroll operations, while serving as the functional lead, providing operational oversight and payroll expertise.
• Monitor payroll processing activities and identify potential issues or anomalies.
• Manage and triage payroll errors, determining root causes, and coordinating timely resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams and technical partners to investigate system, integration, calculation, or data-related payroll issues.
• Escalate complex or high-risk issues appropriately and ensure appropriate follow-up and resolution.
• Support continuous improvement of payroll processes, controls, and procedures based on operational experience and project learnings.

Payroll Projects & Subject Matter Expertise

• Serve as a payroll subject matter expert on payroll system implementations, enhancements, integrations, process improvements, and other business initiatives.
• Provide functional payroll expertise throughout the project lifecycle, identifying business impacts, risks, dependencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner with project teams, P&C, and other stakeholders to develop effective and sustainable payroll solutions.
• Translate payroll requirements and operational needs into clear business and functional requirements.

Business Requirements & Solutioning

• Develop, coordinate, and manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT) activities for payroll-related projects.
• Develop and execute test scenarios and test cases that reflect real-world payroll requirements and business processes.
• Analyze testing results, identify defects or gaps, and work with project and technical teams to resolve issues.
• Document testing outcomes, decisions, process changes, and lessons learned.
• Support implementation activities, including readiness assessments, cutover activities, parallel payrolls, and post-implementation validation where required.
• Ensure new or revised payroll processes are documented and communicated effectively.

Change Management & Stakeholder Communication

• Partner with Change Management to support the successful adoption of new payroll processes, systems, and ways of working.
• Communicate project impacts, process changes, timelines, and key information to payroll stakeholders and affected business areas.
• Act as a key liaison between payroll operations and project teams, ensuring operational requirements and concerns are appropriately represented.
• Support the development of communications, training materials, process documentation, and other change-related deliverables.

About You:

You are passionate about working at Ontario's largest Polytechnic; you thrive on improving productivity and quality that contribute to team success! If this sounds like you, keep reading:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources, Payroll, or related field.
• Payroll certifications such as PCP or CPM.

Experience/Skills

• Minimum six (6) years of progressive payroll processing experience, with demonstrated knowledge of end-to-end payroll processes and operations.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with Oracle Cloud Payroll, with experience supporting or participating in an Oracle Cloud implementation, considered a strong asset.
• Hands‑on experience with Oracle HCM is preferred.
• Strong understanding of Canadian payroll legislation, regulatory requirements, and compliance obligations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast‑paced, complex environment while maintaining a high degree of accuracy.
• Experience coordinating and supporting payroll projects throughout the project lifecycle, including implementation, transition, stabilization, and post‑project review.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and supporting User Acceptance Testing (UAT), including test planning, test case development, execution, issue tracking, documentation, and resolution.
• Advanced proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, with experience working with compensation, payroll, HR, or other data management tools.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with demonstrated ability to build effective relationships, provide consultation, and work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to investigate payroll issues, identify root causes, and develop timely and practical solutions.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when working with payroll data, calculations, systems, and confidential employee information.
• Demonstrated ability to interact professionally and effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization, including employees, leaders, internal partners, and external stakeholders.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high‑quality results within established timelines.
• Demonstrated coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to support the development of colleagues, build confidence and capability, share knowledge, and contribute to a collaborative and high‑performing team environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to compliance and organizational policies, including adherence to applicable Collective Agreements, Terms and Conditions of Employment for Administrative Staff, internal policies and practices, government legislation and regulations, and College‑wide requirements.

What’s In it for you?

An opportunity to have an impact with a post‑secondary institution, poised to do great things.

Diverse, hard‑working, committed team of people who care about each other.

Tools and technology that will allow you to succeed at your job.

Highly supportive work culture

We thank you for your interest in working with Humber Polytechnic. Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Humber Polytechnic is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of our students and our city. We actively seek Indigenous Peoples and individuals from equity‑deserving groups with demonstrated skills and knowledge to deal with all aspects of equity, diversity and inclusion in a post‑secondary environment. Humber supports employment equity. Racialized workers, women, Indigenous workers, LGBTQ2S+ workers and workers with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For the purpose of statistical data collection, applicants are strongly encouraged to voluntarily self‑identify. Humber’s diverse workplace also supports Francophone workers and young workers.

Accommodation

Humber Polytechnic is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Our Talent Acquisition team will work with applicants requesting accommodations at any stage of the hiring process. This document is available in alternate formats upon request.

Anti‑Discrimination Statement

At Humber Polytechnic, all forms of discrimination and harassment are prohibited. All employees and applicants have the right to work in an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment. If you need assistance with concerns related to discrimination and harassment, please contact the Office of Human Rights and Harassment ([e-mail]).

Position Type PT Administration

Work Locations

North Campus

205 Humber College Blvd.

Etobicoke M9W 5L7

Job Family

Human Resources

Job Posting

9/22/26

Deadline to Apply Oct. 4th, 2026

Department People(s) and Culture, People Services