Supervisor of Payroll

GREATER ESSEX COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD; Windsor; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Windsor is seeking a Supervisor of Payroll to lead payroll processing for all employee groups. This permanent, full-time role requires expertise in payroll management, with responsibilities including supervising the payroll team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and liaison with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will possess a recognized business degree and PLP designation. Emphasizing a commitment to equity and inclusion, this role supports diverse populations within the organization.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Diploma from a recognized College or a University degree in Business Administration.
• Must have a Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation or able to obtain within three years.
• Demonstrated successful supervisory experience in a unionized environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll process for all employee groups.
• Supervise Payroll Services Department and staff.
• Perform month-end reconciliations for payroll related accounts.
• Serve as a liaison with Human Resources and external auditors.
• Ensure payroll compliance and support policy guidelines.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Education

Diploma (3-year) or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Greater Essex County District School Board invites qualified Payroll Professionals who are team-oriented to apply for this exciting opportunity at one of the region’s largest employers. This position is for a permanent, full-time, non-bargaining position within the Business Department. Reporting to the Manager of Financial Services, the Supervisor of Payroll is responsible for leading the payroll process for all employee groups which includes the timely and accurate processing of bi-weekly payroll within a large multi-union environment. The Supervisor of Payroll provides expertise and customer service to a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders and is responsible for handling multiple deadlines and changing priorities. This role supervises all areas of business in relation to payroll, supporting policy guidelines to ensure payroll compliance.

Nature & Scope of Position

• The administration of the Payroll Services Department and supervision of payroll staff. Preparation and submission of payroll related reports to external reporting agencies including the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA), the Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement System (OMERS) and the Ontario Teachers Pension Plan (OTPP).
• Performing month-end reconciliations for payroll related accounts.
• Develop reports for accounting supervisors and reports to inform the budget process.
• Serving as a liaison with Human Resources Services Department and the external auditors on payroll related matters.
• Perform payroll research assignments, as required.
• Performing other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate a commitment to and documented success in working to create a fair, inclusive, anti-racist environment for all stakeholders, and to supporting diverse constituencies and populations. Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Financial Services.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Diploma (3-year) from a recognized College or a University degree in Business Administration (preference in accounting) or Ontario Ministry of Education equivalency
• Must have a Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation (previously known as Certified Payroll Manager or CPM) through the National Payroll Institute (previously, Canadian Payroll Association) or must be able to obtain within three (3) years;
• Demonstrated successful supervisory experience, preferably in a unionized environment.

• Excellent organizational, time management and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite and other appropriate software). The ability to train, lead and motivate others.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply in writing, giving full particulars as to education, qualifications and experience by visiting no later than 4:00 , Friday, January 5, 2023. Please note there is no fee to apply to this position. You must apply under the actual job posting number 3646870 (under Management and Professionals). In support of the Board’s Indigenous Protocol, applicants of First Nations, Métis and Inuit descent may apply to . No other form of submission will be accepted from external candidates.

Chris Boulay, Superintendent of Human Resources
Greater Essex County District School Board
451 Park Street West, Box 210
Windsor, ON N9A 6K1
Posting Number: 2023-180

The Greater Essex County District School Board actively encourage applications from members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including, but not limited to:

• First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, and all other Indigenous peoples;
• members of groups that commonly experience discrimination due to race, ancestry, colour, religion and/or spiritual beliefs, or place of origin;
• persons with visible and/or invisible (physical and/or mental) disabilities;
• persons who identify as women; and
• persons of marginalized sexual orientations, gender identities, and gender expressions.

We recognize that many of these identities intersect and therefore, equity, diversity and inclusion can be complex. We value and respect the contributions that each person brings to enriching the Board and are committed to ensuring full and equal participation for all in communities that we serve.

We will make the necessary accommodations for applicants to support all aspects of the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources Department if you require assistance with any accommodations.