About the Company Altea Healthcare is a growing healthcare and technology-driven organization with operations across the United States and Canada. We are committed to delivering innovative solutions and high-quality services to our clients, while fostering a supportive and collaborative workplace for our employees. With a diverse and dynamic team of professionals, we prioritize excellence, compliance, and employee engagement in everything we do. Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Payroll & Benefits Manager to oversee the accurate and timely administration of payroll and employee benefits programs across both the United States and Canada . This role is critical in ensuring compliance with federal, state, provincial, and local regulations while maintaining confidentiality and integrity of employee information. The Payroll & Benefits Manager will also serve as the Workday system subject matter expert , ensuring efficient workflows, accurate reporting, and optimized use of payroll and HRIS capabilities. Key Responsibilities Payroll Administration Manage end-to-end payroll processing for ~800 employees across the U.S. and Canada, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Maintain compliance with federal, state, and provincial payroll legislation , tax regulations, and reporting requirements (IRS, CRA, state/province authorities). Administer payroll adjustments including bonuses, overtime, deductions, and terminations. Lead year-end payroll processes, including W-2s, T4s, and other statutory filings. Partner with Finance on reconciliations, audits, and payroll reporting. Benefits Administration Oversee administration of employee benefits programs for U.S. and Canadian employees, including health, dental, vision, disability, retirement plans, and wellness initiatives. Act as primary contact with benefits vendors and brokers to manage enrollments, renewals, and escalations. Ensure compliance with applicable laws including ERISA, ACA, COBRA (U.S.) and provincial/CRA standards (Canada). Communicate benefits programs effectively to employees, supporting engagement and understanding. HRIS / Workday Management Serve as the Workday payroll and benefits subject matter expert , responsible for configuration, troubleshooting, and process improvements. Maintain accurate employee data, reporting structures, and benefits elections in Workday. Develop and deliver payroll/benefits reporting and analytics to HR leadership and Finance. Partner with HR and IT teams to implement new modules, updates, or integrations. Leadership & Compliance Provide leadership, training, and guidance to payroll/benefits team members. Ensure payroll and benefits policies are documented, up-to-date, and aligned with company and legal standards. Lead internal and external payroll audits, responding to auditor and government inquiries. Continuously monitor for process improvements and recommend enhancements to systems and workflows. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field. 5+ years of payroll and benefits experience with direct exposure to both U.S. and Canadian payroll . Strong proficiency with Workday payroll and HRIS systems required. In-depth knowledge of U.S. and Canadian payroll legislation, benefits administration, and tax reporting . Exceptional attention to detail, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work with employees at all levels. Experience managing vendors, brokers, and external auditors. Certifications such as Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) , Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) , or U.S. CPP (Certified Payroll Professional) an asset.