Superviseur(e) de la paie / Payroll Supervisor

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated in Canada is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll Leader to manage multi-provincial payroll operations across provinces and territories, ensuring full CPP, EI, and tax compliance. You will oversee the full payroll lifecycle and train managers and staff on time entry processes.

The role requires 7+ years of Canadian payroll experience, PLP certification, and strong knowledge of provincial employment standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Canadian payroll experience with multi-provincial expertise, including Quebec's distinct system.
• PLP certification required.
• Expert-level understanding of Canadian federal/provincial employment legislation, payroll regulations, and tax compliance.
• Experience interpreting complex legislation and applying it to unique situations.
• Strong experience with enterprise payroll systems (Workday, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce).
• Proven ability to configure systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and optimize functionality.
• Expert Excel skills including pivot tables and advanced formulas.

Responsibilities

• Lead accurate, timely multi-provincial payroll processing across all Canadian provinces and territories, ensuring CPP, EI, and tax withholdings compliance.
• Oversee the full payroll lifecycle including hires, terminations, salary adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and complex off-cycle payments.
• Provide training to managers and employees for time card entry.
• Maintain expert knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation including Employment Standards and CRA requirements.
• Prepare and submit critical government filings (T4/T4A, ROEs, EHT, WSIB).
• Lead audit preparations and identify compliance risks proactively.
• Act as payroll system SME, driving automation and best practices.
• Lead system upgrades, integrations, and implementations with HR, Finance, IT.
• Handle escalated inquiries with confidentiality.
• Partner on compensation strategy, budgeting, and workforce planning.
• Generate analytics for executive review including cost analysis and trend forecasting.
• Provide mentoring to payroll staff locally and offshore.
• Ensure accuracy and build team capability through documentation.

Skills

Canadian payroll

Leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Education

PLP certification

Tools

Workday

ADP Workforce Now

Ceridian Dayforce

Excel

Job description

Job Description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

Ce poste implique : Nous recherchons un(e) professionnel(le) de la paie expérimenté(e) pour rejoindre notre équipe canadienne. Vous assurerez la conformité de la paie, mettrez en œuvre des améliorations de processus et travaillerez avec des technologies SIRH modernes. Vous encadrerez les membres de l'équipe et contribuerez directement à l'expérience employé des professionnels de JLL partout au Canada. Ce poste convient à un(e) expert(e) qui aime résoudre des défis complexes au sein d'une organisation mondiale. Ce poste est hybride : 3 jours au bureau et 2 jours à distance par semaine.

À quoi ressemblera votre quotidien : Diriger le traitement précis et ponctuel de la paie multiprovinciale dans toutes les provinces et territoires canadiens, en assurant une conformité complète avec le RPC, l'AE et les retenues fiscales fédérales/provinciales. Superviser l'ensemble du cycle de paie incluant les nouvelles embauches, les cessations d'emploi, les ajustements salariaux, les primes, les commissions et les paiements hors cycle complexes. Présenter des formations à de petits et grands groupes de gestionnaires et d'employés pour la saisie des feuilles de temps. Maintenir une connaissance experte de la législation canadienne sur la paie, incluant les normes d'emploi, les exigences de l'ARC et les réglementations spécifiques au Québec (RRQ, RQAP, CNESST). Préparer et soumettre les déclarations gouvernementales critiques incluant les relevés T4/T4A, les relevés d'emploi, les déclarations d'ISE et les rapports CSPAAT. Diriger les préparations d'audit et identifier les risques de conformité de manière proactive. Agir en tant qu'expert(e) en la matière du système de paie, en favorisant l'automatisation, en rationalisant les flux de travail et en défendant les meilleures pratiques. Diriger les mises à niveau, intégrations et implémentations de systèmes en partenariat avec les équipes RH, Finance et TI. Traiter les demandes complexes escaladées tout en maintenant une confidentialité stricte. Collaborer avec la direction des RH et des Finances sur la stratégie de rémunération, la budgétisation et la planification de la main-d'œuvre. Générer des analyses sophistiquées pour la révision exécutive incluant l'analyse des coûts, les explications des écarts et les prévisions des tendances. Fournir orientation, formation et mentorat au personnel de la paie, localement et à l'étranger. Réviser le travail pour en assurer l'exactitude, offrir des commentaires constructifs et développer les capacités de l'équipe par la documentation et le partage des connaissances.

What this job involves

Lead accurate, timely multi-provincial payroll processing across all Canadian provinces and territories, ensuring complete compliance with CPP, EI, and federal/provincial tax withholdings. Oversee the full payroll lifecycle including new hires, terminations, salary adjustments, bonuses, commissions, and complex off-cycle payments. Present training to small and large groups of managers and employees for time card entry. Maintain expert-level knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation including Employment Standards, CRA requirements, and Quebec-specific regulations (QPP, QPIP, CNESST). Prepare and submit critical government filings including T4/T4A statements, ROEs, EHT returns, and WSIB reporting. Lead audit preparations and identify compliance risks proactively. Serve as the payroll system subject matter expert, driving automation, streamlining workflows, and championing best practices. Lead system upgrades, integrations, and implementations in partnership with HR, Finance, and IT teams. Handle complex escalated inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality. Partner with senior HR and Finance leadership on compensation strategy, budgeting, and workforce planning. Generate sophisticated analytics for executive review including cost analysis, variance explanations, and trend forecasting. Provide guidance, training, and mentorship to payroll staff, locally and offshore. Review work for accuracy, offer constructive feedback, and build team capability through documentation and knowledge sharing.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive Canadian payroll experience with demonstrated multi-provincial expertise, including complex scenario resolution and Quebec's distinct system.
• PLP certification required.
• Expert-level understanding of Canadian federal/provincial employment legislation, payroll regulations, and tax compliance.
• Experience interpreting complex legislation and applying it to unique situations.
• Strong experience with enterprise payroll systems (Workday, ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce).
• Proven ability to configure systems, troubleshoot complex issues, and optimize functionality.
• Expert Excel skills including pivot tables and advanced formulas.
• Experience with reporting tools and business intelligence platforms is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and influence stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills with ability to explain complex concepts to non-payroll audiences.
• Exceptional attention to detail, superior organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure while maintaining absolute discretion with confidential information.
• Candidates must submit their resume in English.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPM designation.
• Equity/international assignment payroll knowledge.
• Bilingual English/French proficiency.
• Professional services industry background.
• Oral and/or written interactions with tenants or external partners based outside Quebec (for example, service providers, law firms, peers, bankers, brokerage firms, credit analysis firms, credit agencies, non-French-speaking clients).

Benefits

Some roles and employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses, benefits, or other compensation.

Location

On-site – Mississauga, ON, Montreal, QC, Toronto, ON.

Salary

Estimated compensation for this position: 85,000.00 – 100,000.00 CAD per year. This range represents the estimated base salary and actual compensation may differ. Final base salary is determined by various considerations including but not limited to candidate qualifications, location, market conditions, and internal considerations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation.