payroll director

Leclerc is a family business with 120 years of experience, tradition and know-how passed down from people with heart. Thanks to our 1,900 employees in nine plants in Canada and the United States, we are constantly innovating to exceed the expectations of both small and large appetites.

Working at Leclerc means...

Working in a family business

Evolving in a clean, temperate environment with the latest technology

Starting a new job with paid and adapted training

Benefit from a complete benefits program (drug and dental insurance, 1 week of sick leave [conditions apply], telemedicine, group RRSP with employer participation and more)

Save on our delicious products and discover exclusive novelties

Take advantage of job security and opportunities for advancement within the company

Integrate a rich company culture (Christmas, birthday and maternity gifts, use of the Poka platform and more)

FUNCTION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Vice President of Finance, the Payroll Director is responsible for the strategy, governance, and optimization of payroll operations across international entities (Canada, United States, United Kingdom). They lead the payroll team, ensure regulatory compliance, and act as a key partner to Human Resources and Finance to guarantee efficient, secure, and scalable compensation management.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Lead, mentor, engage, and develop a team of payroll professionals (approximately 5 people)

Define the strategic direction of the payroll team in alignment with corporate objectives

Collaborate closely with HR to ensure alignment of compensation policies and onboarding processes

Oversee and participate in the full bi-weekly payroll cycle for Canadian, U.S., and U.K. entities, including expense account management

Support the team in resolving anomalies or complex payroll cases

Ensure legal and tax compliance of payroll processes, including remittances, T4, R1, W-2 forms, and other annual filings

Implement robust internal controls and performance indicators to improve efficiency and accuracy

Collaborate with HR in developing social programs and payroll-related policies

Advise managers and internal partners on complex payroll and benefits issues

Contribute to the optimization of payroll-related systems

Actively participate in internal and external audits

Take on any other responsibilities related to payroll and compensation (special projects, training, etc.)

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Degree in administration, accounting, or a related field (recognized DEC or Bachelor's)

Payroll certification such as Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) is a strong asset

Minimum of 5 years' experience in a payroll management role, including team supervision

Strong knowledge of tax regulations related to payroll (e.g., taxable benefits) and general labor standards

Good understanding of payroll-related accounting (journal entries, account reconciliation) is an asset

Proficiency in payroll systems and specialized software (knowledge of SAP and Dayforce is a strong asset); highly skilled in Excel

Familiarity with Kronos for time management is an asset

Excellent ability to manage stress, priorities, and tight deadlines

Bilingualism (French and English) required, both spoken and written

Inspiring leadership, strong ethics, discretion, autonomy, and a high regard for teamwork

Strong communication skills, cross-functional collaboration, and complex problem-solving abilities

Experience in a high-volume, international environment

Biscuits Leclerc is committed to recruiting and hiring the best candidates for all roles and is committed to integration and equal opportunity. Upon request, Biscuits Leclerc will provide suitable accommodations during the recruitment and hiring process to candidates with accessibility needs due to disability to ensure that the standards outlined in Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) are upheld. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact the HR responsible at ext: 3600