Head of Payroll (North America)
At a glance
Director-level Payroll role at LGC Group. Vaughan · full-time · CA$110,000–CA$135,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run US and Canadian payroll, checking that employee payments are accurate and arrive on time
- Reconcile payroll with general ledger entries and work with Tax on federal and local tax payments
- Oversee payroll transactions, employee changes, timekeeping systems and system upgrades
- Manage the outsourced payroll provider, coordinate with HR and finance, and support audits and employee questions
- Keep payroll records and reports accurate while maintaining compliance and improving procedures
What you bring
- You have worked as a payroll manager or in a comparable payroll role
- You understand payroll rules, multi-location pay and related taxes across the US and Canada
- You bring experience with payroll vendors and working knowledge of how US benefits affect payroll
- You hold a business, accounting, HR or related degree; a payroll certification is a plus
Who this fits
This director-level role suits a methodical, analytical payroll leader with strong organization and communication skills. The position is hybrid in Vaughan and covers payroll in both the US and Canada.
From the employer
LGC is a leading, global life science tools company, providing mission-critical components and solutions into high-growth application areas across the human healthcare and applied market segments. Its high-quality product portfolio is comprised of mission-critical tools for genomic analysis and for quality assurance applications, which are typically embedded and recurring within our customers’ products and workflows and are valued for their performance, quality, and range.
We're seeking a highly skilled Payroll leader to take charge of our US and Canada payrolls. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure accurate and timely payment of payroll, ensuring that payroll is reconciled with general ledger entries and collaborating with our Tax team to ensure appropriate settlement of Federal and Local taxes. You will have strong experience of partnering with an outsourced payroll vendor, an detailed working knowledge of US benefits to the extent our US benefits programme interacts with payroll.
We are looking for an individual who is analytical, methodical, and experienced in payroll administration. A deep understanding of payroll regulations is crucial. Additionally, we value qualities such as integrity, team spirit, and strong organizational skills.
Your ultimate goal will be to maintain compliance, streamline payroll procedures for efficiency, and stay updated with current regulations and best practices.
As our Head of Payroll, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the financial well-being of our organization and ensuring our employees are paid accurately and on time. Join our team and contribute to the smooth and effective operation of our payroll functions.
Responsibilities
- Manage payroll account transactions (e.g. salaries, benefits, garnishments, deductions, taxes and third party payments)
- Coordinate timekeeping and payroll systems
- Oversee processing of payroll changes (e.g. new hires, terminations, raises) and system upgrades
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws and internal policies
- Oversee our payroll vendor relationship
- Liaise with auditors and manage payroll tax audits
- Collaborate with Human Resources (HR) and finance accounting teams
- Maintain accurate records and prepare reports
- Resolve issues and answer payroll-related questions
- Proven experience as a payroll manager or similar role
- Current knowledge of payroll procedures and related laws
- Excellent understanding of multi-location payroll and taxes
- Familiarity with payroll software/ HRIS (e.g. SAP, ADP, Kronos) and MS Office (especially Excel)
- A keen eye for detail
- An analytical mind and good math skills
- Outstanding communication skills (written and oral)
- Organizational and leadership skills
- BSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPP, CPM) is a plus
OUR VALUES
- PASSION
- CURIOSITY
- INTEGRITY
- BRILLIANCE
- RESPECT
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
LGC strongly believes that every job applicant and employee should be valued for their individual talents regardless of age, disability, race, color, ethnic or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion, or belief. Short listing, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, sexual orientation, marital status, color, race, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, age, or trade union membership.
For more information about LGC, please visit our website www.lgcgroup.com
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