Payroll Manager

Job Description

<p><b> About the Company </b><p> Altea Healthcare is a growing healthcare and technology-driven organization with operations across the United States and Canada. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions and high-quality services to our clients, while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our employees. With a diverse and dynamic team of professionals, we prioritize excellence, compliance, and employee engagement in everything we do. </p><p></p><p><b> Position Summary </b></p><p> We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented <b> Payroll Manager </b> to oversee the accurate and timely administration of payroll and employee benefits programs across both the <b> United States and Canada </b> . This role is critical in ensuring compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations while maintaining confidentiality and integrity of employee information. The Payroll Manager will also serve as the <b> Workday system subject matter expert </b> , ensuring efficient workflows, accurate reporting, and optimized use of payroll and HRIS capabilities. </p><p></p><p><b> Key Responsibilities </b></p><p><b> Payroll Administration </b></p><ul><li> Manage end-to-end payroll processing for ~800 employees across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. </li><li> Maintain compliance with <b> federal, state, and provincial payroll legislation </b> , tax regulations, and reporting requirements (IRS, CRA, state/province authorities). </li><li> Administer payroll adjustments including bonuses, overtime, deductions, and terminations. </li><li> Lead year-end payroll processes, including W-2s, T4s, and other statutory filings. </li><li> Partner with Finance on reconciliations, audits, and payroll reporting. </li></ul><p></p><p><b> HRIS / Workday Management </b></p><ul><li> Serve as the <b> Workday payroll and benefits subject matter expert </b> , responsible for configuration, troubleshooting, and process improvements. </li><li> Maintain accurate employee data, reporting structures, and benefits elections in Workday. </li><li> Develop and deliver payroll/benefits reporting and analytics to HR leadership and Finance. </li><li> Partner with HR and IT teams to implement new modules, updates, or integrations. </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Leadership & Compliance </b></p><ul><li> Provide leadership, training, and guidance to payroll/benefits team members. </li><li> Ensure payroll and benefits policies are documented, up-to-date, and aligned with company and legal standards. </li><li> Lead internal and external payroll audits, responding to auditor and government inquiries. </li><li> Continuously monitor for process improvements and recommend enhancements to systems and workflows. </li></ul><p></p><p><b> Qualifications </b></p><ul><li> Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field. (Preferred)</li><li><b>3+ years of payroll and benefits experience </b> with direct exposure to both <b> U.S. and Canadian payroll </b> . </li><li><b> Strong proficiency with Workday </b> payroll and HRIS systems required. </li><li> In-depth knowledge of <b> U.S. and Canadian payroll legislation, benefits administration, and tax reporting </b> . </li><li> Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills. </li><li> Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with employees at all levels. </li><li> Experience managing vendors, brokers, and external auditors. </li><li> Certifications such as <b> Certified Payroll Manager (CPM)</b> , <b> Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)</b> , or U.S. <b> CPP (Certified Payroll Professional)</b> an asset. </li></ul><p></p><p> Pay Range: $80K-100K CAD </p><p></p>