Manager | Payroll Jobs

Interior Health is hiring a Manager | Payrollin Kelowna BC.
This position offers a hybrid work model, a balance between in-office and remote work.
About The Role
The Manager, Payroll is responsible for assisting in the development and implementation of the overall strategic direction of the payroll processing aspects of financial services within Interior Health (IH). Primary responsibilities include: the leadership of a diversified team of financial and clerical personnel, development of control systems and processes, development of payroll computer systems, and financial processes. The Manager provides guidance and expertise to the Controller.
Some Key Duties

• Maintains liaison with peers in BC regions and outside the Province. Participates with peers in groups.
• Develops and implements the automation of systems to increase efficiencies within IH. Liaises with individuals within the Health Authority that are responsible for facilities and programs. Provides guidance in terms of financial processing procedures and corporate processes.
• Responsible for planning, approving, and implementing automations to affect bargain unit jobs.
• Develops in-service education programs for regional staff to ensure continuous quality improvement in the development and the day-to-day use of the financial systems and extensions of same throughout the various regional sites.
• Creates and manages an organization structure that will meet the payroll processing needs of IH.
• Provides advice to the Controller on confidential issues affecting the operation of IH.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with regional Corporate Departments.
• Develops and maintains policies to assist in aspects of processing efficiencies, audit controls, accounting, and protection of assets.
• Interprets awards/agreements and contracts in relation to pay.
• Develops a strong customer services program to all sites, emphasizing communication and direct association to the Finance personnel delivering the services. Develops appropriate matrix relationships.
• Responsible for the payroll function of IH, including correct and timely payment of salaried employees, submission of required reports, and remittance and reconciliation of payroll deductions.
• Assesses, advises, provides judgment, and recommends corrective actions for IH programs/sites where applicable.
• Responsible for the selection, evaluation, development, discipline, and, if necessary, termination of staff. Negotiates essential service levels.
• Provides leadership within and around Financial Services in order to facilitate the achievement of the mission, goals, and objectives of the Financial Services department.
• Provides input and makes recommendations to the Controller on financial issues as they relate to the strategic direction of IH.
• Develops and operates payroll system with linkages to Human Resources, Staff Scheduling, Business Support, and Accounting by designing systems and directing the collection and entering of data.
• Checks and audits all payrolls, ensuring legislative compliance (tax compliance, superannuation, etc.).

What We Offer

• Work-life balance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Employer paid vacation
• Extended health &dental coverage
• Employer paid training/education opportunities
• Medical Services Plan
• Employer paid insurance premiums
• Municipal Pension Plan

Interior Health strives to create an environment where you enjoy the work you do, the place where you work, and the people around you. Together, we create great workplaces. Apply today!
Honouring Interior Health’s commitment to Truth and Reconciliation and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and Pursuant to Section 42 of the BC Human Rights Code, preferential consideration and/or hiring will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as Aboriginal (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit).