Supervisor Payroll

Air Liquide; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the chemical manufacturing sector is seeking a Payroll Supervisor to oversee the payroll processes for Canadian and US operations. In this full-time role based in Montreal, you will ensure accurate payroll delivery, manage team performance, and maintain compliance with payroll regulations, providing exceptional service to both employees and management. Successful candidates will have extensive payroll experience and proven supervisory skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US and Canadian payroll regulations.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily payroll operations for Canadian and US employees.
• Conduct detailed payroll audits.
• Train payroll analyst staff.

Skills

Auditing

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Finance or a related field

Tools

Payroll systems

Time and attendance systems

Job description

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Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

Employment Type: Full-time

Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level

Job Function: Human Resources, Chemical Manufacturing

The Payroll Supervisor, NAM, oversees the day-to-day operations of the Canadian and US payroll processes, ensuring accurate and timely payroll delivery and compliance. This role involves team leadership, payroll auditing, system maintenance, and providing exceptional customer service. The Supervisor will work closely with the Senior Payroll Manager to optimize payroll operations and contribute to year-end activities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Payroll Operations Execution:
   • Execute daily payroll operations for Canadian and US employees, ensuring accuracy and adherence to established timelines.
   • Conduct detailed payroll audits, including reviews of terminations, timesheets, special payments, and adjustments.
   • Process and verify all additional pay components, such as allowances, garnishments, and loans.
   • Verify and process remittances to government agencies, unions, and other entities (income tax, health insurance, WCB / CSST, etc.).
   • Manage the payroll group mailbox, providing timely and accurate responses to inquiries.
   • Create new payroll pay components.
   • Oversee the complete month-end process.
   • Train payroll analyst staff at various locations to ensure effective payroll processing.
2. Payroll System Maintenance:
   • Maintain and update payroll system data, including union rates, vacation rates, and payouts.
   • Administer the time and attendance system (excluding configuration).
3. Team Supervision and Development:
   • Monitor team member performance, provide feedback, and conduct performance reviews.
   • Identify and address training needs, and provide coaching to team members.
   • Delegate tasks and manage deadlines to optimize team productivity.
4. Customer and Team Support:
   • Provide excellent customer service to managers and employees, resolving payroll-related inquiries.
   • Provide direct support to the Senior payroll manager, and handle tasks as requested.
   • Contribute to year-end payroll activities.

Qualifications:

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in payroll processing, with supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of US and Canadian payroll regulations and compliance.
• Proficiency in payroll systems and time and attendance systems.
• Excellent auditing and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

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