Payroll Manager - Remote (anywhere in Canada)

Company:

Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigation (Xpera) is Canada’s premier national provider of risk mitigation services. Our comprehensive offerings empower clients to enhance business performance and maintain operational continuity by equipping them with the expertise and tools necessary to manage risks at all levels. Our innovative solutions encompass investigations, labour dispute management, evacuation support, emergency security, and emergency staffing. With these solutions, we collaborate with our clients as a proactive partner, poised to assist them in addressing current crises or developing strategies to mitigate potential future risks. More information about Xpera can be found atxpera.ca.

We serve a diverse population across Canada and beyond. We strive to reflect that diversity within our workforce and ensure that every employee can be their authentic self.

Xpera marks the spot.

We are seeking a skilled Payroll Manager who will champion and foster a positive and inclusive culture. The Payroll Manager embodies the values of the organization by providing a positive employee experience.

Reporting to the Controller, you will ensure the accuracy, efficiency, timeliness, and compliance of our semi-monthly payroll for more than 1,800 full-time, part-time, and casual employees across Canada, including Quebec.

What You Will Do:

• Prepare semi-monthly payroll for all employees within Xpera.

• Provide a high level of service to Leaders inquiring about team pay discrepancies.

• Prepare documentation and final pays for terminating employees, including ROEs using ROE Web and respond to Service Canada inquiries.

• Conduct monthly reconciliation of payroll functions to the GL (WCB/WSIB/CNESST, benefits, source deductions, etc.)

• Perform year end processing and reporting.

• Participate in projects with Finance and multi-disciplinary teams to support business growth.

What You Will Bring:

• Post-secondary education in business or a related discipline.

• Current Payroll Manager (PLP) or Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation.

• Senior level experience in full cycle payroll processing ideally gained in mid-to-large sized organizations.

• Payroll processing for all Provinces in Canada.

• Strong technical knowledge of payroll including Federal and Provincial Employment Standards and payroll-related regulations across all Provincial jurisdictions.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including advanced excel skills (i.e., pivot tables, v-look ups).

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized.

• Proven ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Self-direction, motivation, and ability to work well with others.

• Exceptional communication skills. You are a skilled listener, fact finder, communicator, presenter.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment, business acumen, and practical experience to guide decisions.

• Bilingual (English/French) is an asset.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates throughout the recruitment and assessment process.

In accordance with Human Rights and Accessibility legislation, Xpera is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment process. Applicant should advise Human Resources if they require any type of accommodation during the recruitment process.

Unsolicited Outreach Statement – Recruitment Agencies:

Xpera Risk Mitigation & Investigation will not accept unsolicited resume submittals from third-party recruiters and hereby request agencies to not contact Xpera employees or managers directly to present candidates. Be advised Xpera will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume and will consider any unsolicited resumes forwarded public information. Xpera welcomes resumes submitted directly from candidates.”