Our client, an importer (and soon to be retailer!) of both branded and private label clothing, is looking for a PAYROLL MANAGER. They will be a key member of the finance team, focusing on one area of their business as well as helping out with other responsibilities within the organization.  
 
 
 
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage payroll for employees in Canada, USA and Europe including retail and warehouse, including both salaried and hourly employees
• Coordinate CNESST, workman’s comp and related issues
• Manage workflow to ensure all payroll transactions are processed accurately and timely
• Reconcile payroll prior to transmission and validate payroll reports
• Understand and manage proper taxation of employer paid benefits
• Update and reconcile monthly statements from ADP
• Prepare periodic and annual government reporting Including DAS, 1% Training and other legislated requirements
• Administration of group insurance
• Preparation of monthly payroll entries
• Ensure vacation and medical leave banks are accurate and up to date
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed and respected
• Monthly commission calculations
• Working on special projects as needed

 
KEYS TO SUCCESS:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience working as a payroll manager
• Proficient user of Excel and Word
• Experience working with ADP
• Experience working with multiple countries and currencies
• Ability to deal sensitively with confidential material
• Strong interpersonal (verbal and written) communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with various levels of management.
• Bilingual in French and English (Knowledge of Italian is an asset)