Payroll Lead - Hybrid

Our Richmond client has been one of BC's Top Employers for 14 years running and they are on the hunt for a proactive and detail-oriented Payroll Lead. This role is responsible for leading the payroll process in a unionized environment and ensuring compliance with all regulatory and collective agreement requirements. You will enjoy a great work life balance by the way of a flexible hybrid work model (3 days of remote working per week), as well as lots of excellent benefits! Keep reading to find out more. 

What You’ll Do

• Timely and efficient delivery of payroll in accordance with all relevant policies and agreements
• Oversee Payroll Administrators including ongoing mentorship, assigning work and scheduling
• Point of contact for payroll-related inquiries and issues, escalate complex problems as needed
• Identify areas for improvement and implement changes and/or new payroll processes and policies
• Lead year-end processes (tax forms)
• Work with internal and external auditors, respond to CRA requests
• Other duties to support payroll functions

What You Bring

• At least 5 years of progressive payroll experience including benefits administration and union payroll experience
• Diploma or degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Human Resources or related field
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner certification is highly desirable
• Working knowledge of Ceridian Dayforce and advanced Excel skills required, experience with UKG (Kronos) is an asset  
• Excellent customer service, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to maintain attention to detail and effectively juggle competing priorities while working under pressure

What’s In It For You

On top of a salary in the $80-85K range, they offer awesome benefits including 4 weeks of vacation, health and dental coverage, life insurance, a defined contribution pension plan, 24/7 access to an on-site fitness center, a wellness program, commuter benefits (the company pays all transit expenses), a mobile phone allowance, and an annual bonus!

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