Are you a payroll and benefits professional who thrives in a fast-paced, multi-jurisdictional environment? Our client, a well-established and growing organization, is seeking a Manager, Payroll & Perks to lead payroll and benefits operations across Canada and the United States. This is a highly visible role that combines payroll leadership, compliance, benefits administration, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities:

Payroll Leadership

Oversee end-to-end Canadian and U.S. payroll processing

Review, validate, and approve payroll changes, adjustments, and exception transactions

Ensure compliance with payroll legislation, employment standards, tax requirements, and internal policies

Manage payroll activities related to new hires, terminations, bonuses, salary changes, leaves, and severance payments

Act as the escalation point for complex payroll, tax, and compensation inquiries

Lead year-end payroll activities, including regulatory reporting and filings

Benefits & Retirement Programs

Manage administration of employee benefits and retirement programs across North America

Oversee enrollments, terminations, deductions, eligibility changes, and reconciliations

Partner with external providers, brokers, and payroll vendors to support program delivery

Support annual benefits renewals and employee enrollment initiatives





Continuously enhance benefits processes and employee communications

Qualifications:

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation or equivalent

7+ years of progressive payroll experience, including full-cycle payroll administration

Experience managing both Canadian and U.S. payroll operations

Strong knowledge of benefits administration, payroll legislation, taxation, and compliance requirements

Experience with payroll and HRIS platforms such as:

Dayforce / Ceridian

ADP

UKG

SAP SuccessFactors

Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities

Proven ability to manage confidential information with a high degree of accuracy and professionalism

Strong relationship-building, communication, and problem-solving skills

Additional Information:
The Mason Group is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applicants from all qualified candidates. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment process, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

This role is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring.

Technology-assisted screening tools including AI may be used during the recruitment process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Consultants.

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📌 Payroll Manager - 12 months (Ontario)
🏢 The Mason Group - Strategic Search Partners
📍 Ontario