Overview

Under the general direction of the VP of Human Resources, the Payroll Manager monitors, controls, and audits all payroll transactions at the Hamilton Arena and FirstOntario Concert Hall. This role ensures the efficient and effective operations of the organization's payroll function at Hamilton Arena and FirstOntario Concert Hall which includes exempt, non-exempt, and union employees.

Compliance with all regulatory agencies and adherence to OVG’s accounting and Human Resources policies is critical. The Payroll Manager will provide support and maintain a high level of customer service to all employees of the company.

The purpose of this temporary contract is to provide support to payroll management during a statutory leave of absence. It is intended that this temporary position will cease when the individual on a statutory leave of absence returns to work. It is expected that this temporary position will be for a maximum term of 18 months, although the Company may end the term on an earlier date on appropriate notice

This is a temporary role that will start March 16, 2026 and will end on November 23, 2026

This role pays an annual salary of $70,000-$90,000 CAD

This position will remain open until May 22, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for all company payroll including union and non-union employees
• Ensure compliance with federal, provincial, and territorial payroll regulations, including income tax, deductions, and benefits
• Act as a payroll liaison between Corporate Payroll and Hamilton
• Collaborate with HR and finance departments to resolve payroll-related issues, discrepancies, and queries
• Reviews payroll registers for assigned locations to ensure that all time entry data has been prepared for processing
• Receives and enters adjustments to on-cycle payroll process for assigned locations and department
• Assist with uploading of files for new hires and employee changes
• Maintains the accuracy and integrity of the payroll system by carefully reviewing all entries made and remaining aware of their impact on the payroll process
• Maintain confidentiality regarding associates’ personal information and payroll data
• Assist in evaluation of ADP Payroll System to determine changes necessary for better process

Qualifications

• 3-5 years minimum experience in a fast pasted payroll environment
• Experience with multiple payroll schedules
• Experience with OMERS and pension plans preferred
• Experience with collective bargaining units, or union payroll preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources or other related field
• Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) Designation preferred
• Must be detail-oriented with strong leadership and ability to meet deadlines
• Thorough knowledge & understanding of ADP Workforce Now or similar ADP programs
• Proficient in Windows environment with strong Excel skills
• Capable of working with all levels of management