Senior Payroll Manager
Riverside Natural Foods Ltd.
| Company | Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. |
| Category | Finance |
| Location | North York |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Manager |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 24 Feb 2026 |
| Last verified | 30 Jul 2026 |
| Source | Employer career page (greenhouse) |
Description
Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.
We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.
So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.
You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com .
Position Summary:
The Senior Payroll Manager is responsible for leading payroll and benefits delivery at Riverside Natural Foods across Canada and the US. This role ensures payroll is processed accurately, on time, and in compliance with all applicable regulations for a diverse employee population.
The role partners closely with People & Values, Finance, and other cross-functional teams to support payroll operations, benefits and pension administration, and ongoing compliance. The Senior Payroll Manager is expected to demonstrate strong leadership, sound judgment, and accountability while strengthening payroll controls and processes.
Primary Responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end payroll processing for a multi-national workforce, including hourly, salaried, full-time, and part-time employees
Ensure compliance with all provincial, state, federal, and local payroll legislation and regulatory requirements
Manage payroll calendars, reconciliations, and year-end activities, including T4s, T4As, RL-1s, and US equivalents
Serve as the primary escalation point for complex payroll issues, discrepancies, and employee inquiries
Conduct regular payroll audits and reconciliations to ensure accuracy and data integrity
Maintain and continuously improve payroll processes, documentation, and internal controls
Build strong cross-functional partnerships internally to support business needs and ensure seamless payroll delivery
Demonstrate leadership by providing clear direction, exercising sound judgment, and driving accountability across payroll processes and stakeholders
Act as the main point of contact with the external payroll provider, ensuring accurate data exchange, compliance, and issue resolution
Support the administration and ongoing improvement of benefits and pension programs
Leverage payroll systems and tools, including SAP integration, to support efficient and reliable payroll operations
Key Qualifications:
5+ years of progressive experience in payroll and benefits, preferably in a multi-national environment
Strong working knowledge of Canadian and US payroll requirements
PCP, CPM, or equivalent designation from the National Payroll Institute preferred
Hands-on experience with payroll systems; experience with SAP or similar ERP systems is an asset
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a practical, solution-oriented approach
Proven ability to lead through influence, communicate clearly, and partner effectively across functions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage deadlines and competing priorities
Please note this role as a new vacancy. Salary Range $125,000 — $140,000 CAD Please note this role is an existing vacancy. Salary Range $125,000 — $140,000 CAD At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of
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