STATUS: 3-year contract with the possibility of permanence

JOB POSTING NUMBER: 3571

POSTING PERIOD: From April 29 to May 15, 2026

SALARY: Class 9 – from $124,926.80 to $156,159.47 / year

SCHEDULE: 33.75 hours per week, DAY; MONDAY to FRIDAY - 08:30 to 16:30

WORKING MODE: Hybrid

WORK LOCATION: 1200 Chomedey Boulevard, 3rd floor, Laval.

The challenges that await you

Reporting to the Director of the Payroll and Benefits Services Center, you will manage the team responsible for processing and producing payroll for all employees of the City of Laval as well as the team dedicated to administering various group insurance contracts. In this capacity, you will collaborate on strategic planning and defining the major directions of the service by establishing the orientations, objectives, and programs of your team. You will recommend measures to optimize the performance of the various activities in your sector. Furthermore, you will closely monitor the progress of the project aimed at replacing the HR payroll and time management system of the City of Laval.

You will be responsible for managing a team dedicated to the various payroll and group benefits activities, including:

- the production of a weekly payroll;
- the payment of various benefits and perks;
- the validation and verification of payroll processing results;
- the production of tax statements;
- the remittance of source deductions;
- the employment statements;
- the administration of various group insurance contracts.

You will be responsible for preparing and developing your team for the reengineering of processes that will take place as part of the project to replace the HR payroll and time management system. You will need to ensure the development, maintenance, and adaptation of payroll processing procedures according to best practices, in compliance with the rules, laws, and management systems in this area.

As a member of the management team of the Service,



you will collaborate on its smooth operation and contribute to achieving its objectives. You will assess and recommend the needs for human, material, and financial resources required for the proper conduct of the activities under your responsibility and manage the budgets allocated to you. You will submit detailed reports and may be called upon to make presentations regarding the activities for which you are responsible.

The ideal profile for us

- Hold a bachelor's degree in a relevant field (business administration, human resources, industrial relations, or other relevant training);
- Be a member of the Canadian Payroll Association (CPA);
- Be a member of the CPA Order (asset);
- Have a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant experience in the role, including at least five (5) years of management experience;
- Have experience in full payroll and advantages management, auditing, and the production of tax slips;
- In-depth knowledge of laws and obligations in the field of payroll and benefits;
- Significant experience with payroll management information systems;
- Advanced Excel proficiency, knowledge of labor laws, and tax laws related to payroll and group insurance.

Skills

Change agent

Kindness/empathy

Ability to plan and organize

Collaboration

Managerial courage

Ability to innovate/optimize

Leadership

Results-oriented

The benefits of being part of our team

Choosing the City of Laval means joining the third-largest city in Quebec, in an environment where your leadership and influence can truly make a difference. It also means having the opportunity to grow within a human, committed, and passionate team dedicated to public service.

For this position, we offer competitive working conditions and benefits:

- 4 weeks of annual vacation;
- 16.5 public holidays per year including several days off during the holiday season;
- Comprehensive group insurance package;
- Defined benefit pension plan;
- Hybrid working mode;
- Work location easily accessible with free parking;
- Employee assistance program (EAP);
- Priority access to a daycare CPE.

Only those who meet the requirements will b

📌 Payroll and Group Benefits Manager (Laval)
🏢 Ville de Laval
📍 Laval