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Payroll Supervisor

Cambridge, ON

Posted: 11/28/2025 Employment Type: Direct Hire Job Category: Payroll Job Number: 6733 Pay Rate: $85,000 - $100000

Job Description


Our client, a government organization, is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll Supervisor to join their collaborative Accounting team. Leading a team of two payroll professionals, the Payroll Supervisor will ensure accurate payroll processing and reporting, manage year-end activities, and support audit readiness.

This role is ideal for an experienced payroll supervisor who has experience processing and overseeing payroll for many union and non-union staff. If you have supervisory experience, excellent analytical skills, and have or are working towards your PCP/CPM, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

What our client has to offer:
  • Excellent compensation
  • A-plus benefits and pension packages
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program
  • A hybrid work environment, with 2-3 days per week in the office
  • Career development opportunities
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a reputable company in the local area.  Interested and qualified candidates please apply today or email Rebecca quoting job #6733. We would like to thank all applicants however only those under consideration will be contacted.

Responsibilities:
  • Manage the day-to-day activities within the Payroll Department
  • Supervise the processing of bi-weekly payroll for both union and non-union employees
  • Recruit, train and supervise two direct reports, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in all payroll processes.
  • Complete month end and year end closing, including reconciliations, adjustments, and T4 preparation
  • Ensure compliance with Collective Agreements, employment standards, and taxation requirements
  • Develop and improve payroll policies and procedures to ensure efficient and effective delivery of payroll services, and lead process improvement and updates to payroll systems to ensure optimal performance
  • Ensure that all external reporting requirements are met in a timely manner
  • Provide support and expertise to management and staff on all payroll matters

Qualifications:
  • Experience managing payroll for a large, unionized employee group
  • 2+ years of supervisory/leadership experience; ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
  • Completion of a post-secondary diploma or equivalent required
  • Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) and member of the National Payroll Institute preferred; non-designated candidates with equivalent experience will also be considered.
  • Intermediate level Excel skills including pivot tables and V-lookups
  • Extremely detail oriented and strong analytical and reporting skills
  • Team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

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Rebecca Heath
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