At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life's uncertainties. And for more than 90 years our innovative drive has kept us a step ahead of our customers' evolving needs. From advocating for seat belts, air bags and graduated driving laws, to being an industry leader in pricing sophistication, telematics, and, more recently, device and identity protection.
Job Description
Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing its customers prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. The company is proud to have been named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years and prioritizes supporting employees and fostering an inclusive, welcoming corporate culture. Allstate is committed to making a positive difference in the communities in which it operates through partnerships with charitable organizations, employee giving and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, Allstate strives to provide reassurance with its "You're in Good Hands®" promise.
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Through our Employee Value Proposition, Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity and Family, we have worked hard to develop and nurture a culture where employees feel valued, experience personal growth, have career options and truly enjoy the work they do.
Benefits To Joining Allstate
- Flexible Work Arrangements
- Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus many other products and services)
- Good Office program (receive up to 400$ back after purchasing office equipment)
- Student Loan Payment Matching Program for Government Student loans
- Comprehensive Retirement Savings Program with employer matched contributions
- Annual Wellness allowance to support employees with improving health and wellbeing
- Personal reflection day
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Working within the community and giving back!
Role Designation: Hybrid
Allstate Canada Group is hiring a Payroll Manager to lead payroll and employment support services. This role is responsible for managing a team and overseeing the administration of payroll programs, policies, procedures, and vendor relationships.
The responsibilities will also include but not limited to:
- Manage end-to-end payroll, ensuring compliance with government regulations, company policies, and timely processing of payroll, funding, and tax filings.
- Act as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all payroll matters in Canada, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time.
- Handle payroll taxes, wage garnishments, employee deductions, and ensure payroll data aligns with general ledger and financial systems.
- Oversee payroll audits, month-end reconciliations, and approve payroll adjustments, ensuring accurate records for government reporting and compliance.
- Collaborate with HR Business Partner Team, Talent Acquisition, Finance, People Analytics, Technology Enablement, and Legal to ensure seamless payroll operations and compliance with employee benefits, bonuses, and compensation adjustments.
- Lead change management initiatives related to payroll processes and system enhancements, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption.
- Manage Workday Payroll and ADP relationships, proactively addressing technology and process-related issues while identifying opportunities for payroll process improvements.
- Lead payroll system improvements, ensuring compliance with SOX, legislation, and internal audits, and develop process documentation for key stakeholders.
- Prepare payroll-related reports for leadership, maintain audit readiness, and ensure backup support for payroll team during absences.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
- 6+ years working in an automated payroll environment managing multi-province payroll and 2+ years in a leadership role.
- Workday Payroll and ADP knowledge is considered a strong asset.
- PCP or CPM designation are required.
- Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation in Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
- Proven experience with process improvement, change management, and implementing best practices.
- Excellent time management skills with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to lead payroll-related changes and improvements while ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.
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Skills
Joining our team isn't just a job - it's an opportunity. One that takes your skills and pushes them to the next level. One that encourages you to challenge the status quo. And one where you can impact the future for the greater good.
You'll do all this in a flexible environment that embraces connection and belonging. And with the recognition of several inclusivity and diversity awards, we've proven that Allstate empowers everyone to lead, drive change and give back where they work and live.
Good Hands. Greater Together.®