Senior Payroll Manager

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Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun. We're on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you'll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain - and yes, it will get rough. But that's what makes the journey worthwhile. So, lace up your boots and let's tackle the climb together. You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com . Position Summary: The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for leading payroll and benefits delivery at Riverside Natural Foods across Canada and the US. This role ensures payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with all applicable regulations for a diverse employee population. The role partners closely with People & Values, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to support payroll operations, benefits and pension administration, and ongoing compliance. The Senior Payroll Manager is expected to demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, and accountability while strengthening payroll controls and processes. Primary Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-national workforce, including hourly, salaried, full-time, and part-time employees Ensure compliance with all provincial, state, federal, and local payroll legislation and regulatory requirements Manage payroll calendars, reconciliations, and year-end activities, including T4s, T4As, RL-1s, and US equivalents Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries Conduct regular payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and data integrity Maintain and continuously improve payroll processes, documentation, and internal controls Build strong cross-functional partnerships internally to support business needs and ensure seamless payroll delivery Demonstrate leadership by providing clear direction, exercising sound judgment, and driving accountability across payroll processes and stakeholders Act as the main point of contact with the external payroll provider, ensuring accurate data exchange, compliance, and issue resolution Support the administration and ongoing improvement of benefits and pension programs Leverage payroll systems and tools, including SAP integration, to support efficient and reliable payroll operations Key Qualifications: 5+ years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits, preferably in a multi-national environment Strong working knowledge of Canadian and US payroll requirements PCP, CPM, or equivalent designation from the National Payroll Institute preferred Hands-on experience with payroll systems; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an asset Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-oriented approach Proven ability to lead through influence, communicate clearly, and partner effectively across functions Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities Please note this role as a new vacancy. Salary Range $125,000 - $140,000 CAD Please note this role is an existing vacancy. Salary Range $125,000 - $140,000 CAD At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity. What we expect: Values-led: You'll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life's too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don't enjoy the journey. Unparalleled experiences and opportunities : We're still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we'll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process - fast! - while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we're okay with that, as long as we're staying true to our values and learning and improving along the way. Access to everyone: We're a flat organization with few silos which means you'll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dr

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