Director, Payroll

If you’re looking for a fulfilling career that can make a real difference in your life, and the lives of others, you’ve come to the right place. As a national health solutions partner, we put people first in everything we do - and that begins with our team of 8,000+ professionals who bring a cross-section of diverse life experiences and career expertise to Medavie. By collaborating and innovating together, our employees are creating industry-leading solutions in insurance, primary care and emergency medical services that impact millions of lives in Canada each year. Our mission is to improve the wellbeing of Canadians so that every life can be lived to the fullest - and it’s reflected in our award-winning culture. We celebrate individuality and value the diverse perspectives and skills our employees contribute. We go beyond providing competitive pay and comprehensive benefits to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible work options, meaningful experiences, and supportive leadership. Medavie is where employees can be their best selves, feel they belong, and achieve their full potential. Be part of it by applying for a position with us today. Job Title: Director, Payroll Department: Finance Competition: 87473 Internal/External: Both Employment Type: Full Time Permanent Location: Remote anywhere in Canada Salary: Competitive Compensation Reports To: Chief Financial Officer Shape the Future of Payroll, Pension & Benefits at Medavie Are you a seasoned payroll leader looking for a role where you can drive process improvements, lead dynamic teams, and make a meaningful impact? Medavie Inc. shared services (Medavie Health Services and Medavie Blue Cross) is looking for a Director of Payroll to oversee all functions and deliverables associated with processing payroll, pension, and benefits for over 8,000 employees, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation, organization’s policies, and multiple collective agreements. This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for building and implementing consistent processes to support the growth of the organization. What You’ll Do Lead the Payroll, Pension & Benefits departments, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and regulatory compliance. Supervise a team of four (4) direct reports, including leaders for Medavie Blue Cross Payroll, Medavie Health Services Payroll, and the Pensions & Benefits Manager. Drive consistency across payroll processes within all operating companies and support onboarding of payroll processes for new acquisitions. Develop and implement strategies focused on efficiency, continuous improvement, and compliance with regulations, legislation, and collective agreements. Collaborate with HR and Finance to ensure payroll, pension and benefits processes support broader company goals. Provide insightful analysis and reports to executive leadership to support recommendations to optimize staffing and cost management. What You’ll Bring Post secondary education in Accounting or Payroll, with a PCP or PLP Certification. 10+ years of payroll, pension, and benefits experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role. Previous experience working in an environment with multiple collective agreements. Expertise in payroll taxes, audits, and benefit programs. Skilled in managing the processing of hourly and salaried payroll, bonuses, commissions, and other forms of compensation. Experience with payroll software (Workday preferred) and proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel. In-depth knowledge of Canadian payroll regulations and labor legislation. Skilled at articulating complex ideas and issues in a clear and compelling manner to engage and align all stakeholders. Proven ability to establish and nurture strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including fostering partnerships with government entities. Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop teams in a fast-paced environment. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and methods. English is requirement, written and verbal, to provide services to our customers and communicate with internal stakeholders. Bilingualism (ENG/ FR) considered an asset. Benefits of Joining the Medavie Team Healthcare: Extended health & dental coverage including vision, prescription medications, alternative therapies, HSA, PSA, EAP, and life insurance - effective your first day and we cover the cost! Work/ Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and paid vacation, sick days, and personal days to handle family or personal situations. Planning for the Future: Defined Contribution Pension Plan with a matching contribution from Medavie. Volunteering: Opportunities to get involved in charitable causes and give back to the community. #CBM1 We believe our employees should reflect the communities we serve and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. To provide the best experience possible, we will support you with accommodations or adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. Simply inform our Recruitment team of your needs. We are committed to making sure recruitment, retention, advancement, and compensation are fair and accessible while following all relevant human rights and privacy laws. We appreciate everyone who has shown interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.