Payroll & Benefits Lead

At Canada Diagnostic Centres we are driven by helping Canadians access diagnostic services and providing remarkable experiences to our patients every day. Our care is compassionate accurate and timely to help patients make progress in their health journey. We live by a mantra of Remarkable Care. Remarkable are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Lead to join our growing team. Reporting to the Payroll & Benefits Manager you will oversee end-to-end payroll operations and benefits administration to ensure compliance accuracy and exceptional employee support while leading coaching and mentoring a Senior Payroll & Benefits Specialist. You will also play a key role in optimizing payroll and HRIS workflows supporting related system enhancements and contributing to broader organizational initiatives including partnering with Finance on payroll and benefits cost tracking reporting and related analysis. This is an excellent opportunity for a payroll professional who enjoys balancing operational excellence systems thinking and employee service in a collaborative healthcare environment. What Youll Be DoingPayroll Administration & Compliance Lead the full-cycle payroll process for employees across multiple locations ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing in compliance with Canadian payroll legislation and company policies. Review payroll transactions including new hires terminations promotions compensation changes and scheduling adjustments that have been entered by the HR and payroll team members Ensure payroll deductions remittances and reconciliations are completed accurately and on time. Support year-end payroll activities including T4s T2200s audits and other statutory reporting requirements. Benefits AdministrationEnsure accuracy in the administration of employee benefits programs including enrollments changes terminations and reconciliations. Investigate and resolve payroll and benefits discrepancies while providing responsive support to employee inquiries. Partner with benefits providers and internal stakeholders to ensure smooth administration and issue resolution. HRIS & Payroll Systems Optimization Act as a key resource for payroll and HRIS systems supporting system configuration troubleshooting integrations and process enhancements. Maintain payroll data integrity through regular audits reconciliations and reporting. Utilize Dayforce Excel QGenda and integrated systems to streamline processes and improve reporting accuracy. Participate in HRIS upgrades implementations testing and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaboration & Reporting Collaborate with People & Culture Finance and operational leaders to ensure accurate employee data management and payroll processing. Generate payroll and workforce reports for internal and external stakeholders using Dayforce and Excel. Identify opportunities to improve workflows enhance efficiencies and strengthen payroll controls. What Were Looking ForProgressive experience overseeing and executing end-to-end Canadian payroll and benefits with strong knowledge of federal and provincial payroll legislation taxation and compliance requirements. Proven ability to coach mentor and lead a small but robust payroll team with a hands-on leadership style that builds trust supports team development and ensures accuracy and confidentiality while balancing multiple priorities. Experience managing and supporting complex HRIS and payroll systems such as Ceridian Dayforce with demonstrated skills in configuration integrations troubleshooting and data management. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) or Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP) designation is an asset. Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail. Demonstrated success improving and developing policies programs strategies and projects that drive sustainable change. Strong communication and problem-solving skills with a service-minded approach that builds trust across all levels of the organizations. A history of engaging in professional growth and We Offer Hybrid work options are available in Calgary and Edmonton with remote arrangements available. Industry leading wages. Vacation personal days sick leave and paid time off for your birthday. Medical dental and vision benefits plus access to our Employee & Family Assistance Program. RRSP/TFSA plan. Opportunities to learn grow challenge and develop your Information Position Type: Regular. Deadline to Apply: Submit your interest by 4:00 PM MST on June 22nd 2026. About Canada Diagnostic Centres With a network of over 40 community clinics across British Columbia Alberta Saskatchewan and Ontario we have been a leader and innovator in radiological services for more than 30 years. At the core of our work is a simple belief: Clarity Through Caring. This means diagnostic imaging that is compassionate accessible and grounded in 2025 we supported more than 900000 patients through their diagnostic journey. Our expertise spans a full range of imaging and interventional services including MRI CT Ultrasound Echocardiography Nuclear Medicine Mammography X-Ray Breast Imaging Bone Mineral Density Fluoroscopy Maternal Fetal Medicine Pediatric Imaging Gastrointestinal Studies and image-guided pain management services are delivered by collaborative interdisciplinary teams that bring clarity through caring to life. Inspired by what our teams make possible we create opportunities for development provide reliable equipment and continuously improve how care is care we extend to our patients and teams shapes how we welcome applicants. We actively invite applications from all individuals and are committed to equitable hiring practices. If you require accommodations at any stage of the hiring process please contact us at Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada.