Payroll Manager

Location: Vancouver (In office)

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Our client is seeking an experienced Payroll Manager to lead end‑to‑end payroll operations across multiple provinces, countries, and business lines. This role oversees payroll compliance, drives process improvements, manages vendor relationships, and ensures exceptional service delivery to internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, detail‑oriented leader with strong technical payroll expertise and the ability to guide and motivate a high‑performing team.

Key ResponsibilitiesOversee full‑cycle payroll processing across multiple jurisdictions (Canada, U.S., and various business units)Ensure payroll accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with provincial, federal, and international legislationLead payroll audits, year‑end processes, reconciliations, and reportingMaintain and strengthen internal controls, documentation, and payroll governancePartner closely with HR and Finance to validate employee data and support accounting requirementsOversee payroll‑related GL entries, reconciliations, and adjustmentsManage complex payroll inquiries and resolve escalations with a service‑oriented approachLead, coach, and mentor the payroll team; set expectations and drive a culture of accountabilityIdentify and implement process improvements and automation opportunitiesServe as the primary liaison with external payroll/HRIS providers (e.g., Dayforce), including system updates, configuration changes, and contract oversightSupport compensation review cycles, merit increases, rate changes, and other annual processesEnsure proper system configuration related to pay rules, earnings, deductions, and compliance changesProvide payroll subject‑matter expertise to cross‑functional partners and leadershipMust-Have QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a related field10+ years of progressive senior payroll experience, including multi‑provincial and high‑volume payroll, compliance, terminations, overtime rules, and benefits administrationPayroll Compliance Professional (PCP) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designationStrong knowledge of Canadian and U.S. payroll legislation2–3 years of experience with enterprise payroll systems (Ceridian or ADP)Intermediate Excel skills (data management, VLOOKUP/HLOOKUP, formulas)Solid understanding of accounting principles (journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, debits/credits)Proven leadership experience with the ability to train, motivate, and manage staffNice to HaveExperience with Ceridian DayforceUndergraduate degree in Accounting, Finance, or HRPayroll experience across Ontario, BC, or QuebecFamiliarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Vancouver, BC.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $115000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Vancouver,BC.

\n

\n À propos d'Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter fournit des solutions de talent de classe mondiale à des milliers de clients à travers le monde. Spécialisés dans la comptabilité, la finance, les ressources humaines, l’acquisition de talents, la chaîne d’approvisionnement et certaines professions administratives, nous étendons les capacités des entreprises à la pointe de l'industrie. Nous nous appuyons sur notre profonde expertise en matière de recrutement et sur notre réseau expansif pour répondre aux besoins évolutifs de nos clients et de notre communauté de talents avec agilité et excellence. Avec des bureaux aux États-Unis, au Canada, en Asie-Pacifique et en Europe, Aston Carter est au service d’un grand nombre d’entreprises du Fortune 500. Nous sommes fiers d’avoir remporté le double diamant ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® pour notre service aux clients et aux talents.\n

\n \n

Aston Carter est un employeur souscrivant au principe de l’égalité des chances et accepte toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, des origines nationales, du statut d’ancien combattant, d’un handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité sexuelle, des renseignements génétiques ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

\n \n

Si vous souhaitez faire une demande d’accommodement raisonnable, tel que la modification ou l’ajustement du processus de demande d’emploi ou d’entrevue à cause d’un handicap, veuillez envoyer un courriel à astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com pour connaître d’autres options d’accommodement.

\n\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n \n \n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

\n

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

\n\n