Payroll Manager

Fantastic senior-level payroll leader opportunity with one of Vancouver’s most well-established and stable companies. Leading a total payroll team that processes multiple payrolls- salary & hourly, union & non-union, executives, etc. Very competitive total compensation package.

Who- the Company:
Our client has many decades of history in British Columbia and has grown to become one of the largest privately-held companies based in Vancouver. The company is a very stable organization with diversified operations, a multi-year billion-dollar contract with a significant client, and a bright future. This company believes in the importance of health & safety for their employees and customers, corporate social responsibility, and diversity & inclusivity.

What- the Role:
On behalf of our client, SWIM is seeking a new Payroll Manager. The Payroll Manager will have 4 to 5 direct reports who are processing multiple payrolls (salary & hourly, unionized & non-unionized). RThe Payroll Manager will ensure the smooth day-to-day functioning of their payroll team, while also leading process improvements, payroll-related projects, payroll analysis, payroll system optimization, and generally leading payroll strategy for the entire corporation. The payroll team uses an ERP-based payroll system, Excel, and various timekeeping systems. SWIM will provide interested and qualified candidates with a thorough job description.

Who- the Candidate:
We are seeking candidates with at least 10 years’ progressive experience in payroll. Qualified candidates will have experience leading payroll teams of at least 4 people. Must have experience leading a payroll team that is processing multiple payrolls for well over 2000 employees, including hourly, salary, unionized, and non-unionized. PCP and/or CPM certifications are highly preferred. We are looking for payroll leaders who are natural mentors, and who coach and lead their team through positive change. Candidates must be very strong with systems, and eager to seek out process improvements and new opportunities for automation. Ideally candidates will have worked through a payroll system implementation project in their career.

Where:
Headquartered in North Vancouver. Hybrid schedule available in future- please discuss further with SWIM.   

How Much:
The Payroll Manager’s base salary will be commensurate with their number of years of payroll management and team leadership work experience, their relevant qualifications and education, and the depth and breadth of their technical payroll skills.  Additionally, the Payroll Manager will be eligible for a performance-based bonus, a pension matching plan, excellent health, dental & vision benefits, and health & wellness perks such as paid gym memberships.  For now, the range for the base salary is around $112,000 to $140,000- please note the high end is reserved for candidates who have all of the sought-after qualifications and a high level of extremely relevant payroll management experience.

When & How to Apply:
Swim Recruiting has been engaged exclusively on this very important search. SWIM will be doing initial interviewing and presenting the profiles of strong candidates directly to the hiring team for review. If you already have a Recruiter at SWIM, please reach out very soon. If you do not yet have a contact at Swim Recruiting, please hit 'APPLY NOW' to send us your resume (preferably in MS Word format as it works best with our internal systems). Thank you!