Responsibilities Perform full-cycle payroll processing for hourly and salaried employees, including union and non-union populations
Process payroll in accordance with Ontario Employment Standards Act (ESA), federal legislation, and applicable collective agreements
Review and validate time and attendance data, overtime, shift premiums, bonuses, vacation, and statutory holiday pay
Process payroll adjustments, retroactive payments, terminations, and Record of Employment (ROE) submissions
Ensure accurate calculation and remittance of statutory deductions (CPP, EI, income tax)
Prepare and reconcile payroll reports, general ledger entries, and payroll-related accounts
Support year-end activities including T4/T4A preparation and audits
Lead, coach, and support a team of payroll professionals, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment
Assign workloads, monitor deadlines, and ensure coverage for payroll cycles and peak periods
Provide technical guidance and act as an escalation point for complex payroll issues
Assist with onboarding, training, and development of payroll team members
Conduct regular check‑ins, performance feedback, and support performance management activities
Compliance & Continuous Improvement Ensure ongoing compliance with payroll legislation, internal controls, and audit requirements




Stay current on changes to payroll legislation and best practices; communicate updates to the team
Identify opportunities to improve payroll processes, controls, and efficiencies, particularly within a manufacturing environment
Collaborate with HR, Finance, Operations, and external vendors to resolve payroll-related issues
Support system upgrades, testing, and process documentation as required
About You Minimum 5–7 years of progressive payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll processing in Ontario
Previous experience in a manufacturing and/or unionized environment strongly preferred
At least 1–2 years of experience leading or mentoring payroll staff
Solid understanding of Ontario ESA, federal payroll legislation, and collective agreements
Experience with high-volume, hourly payroll and time and attendance systems
PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation required; CPM (Certified Payroll Manager) considered an asset
Robust attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance hands‑on payroll work with leadership responsibilities
Clear, confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced, cyclical environment
High level of integrity and discretion when handling confidential information
Proficient in payroll systems and Microsoft Excel

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📌 Team Lead, Payroll (Ontario)
🏢 Vaco by Highspring
📍 Ontario