About the Company
Hydro One is the biggest electricity provider in Ontario. They’ve been around for over 110 years and serve 1.5 million customers. They focus on safety, great service, and being a top employer (recognized by Forbes in 2026).
The Role: Payroll Team Lead
As a Team Lead, you aren't just doing payroll; you are overseeing the people who do it. You will assign tasks to staff, handle the "tricky" pay issues, and make sure everyone—including retired employees—gets paid accurately and on time.
Your Main Responsibilities
Managing the Pay Cycle: Make sure the software runs correctly, handle employee exits (terminations/retirements), and approve manual checks.
Leading the Team: Act as the first person staff goes to when they have a problem. You’ll also train new hires.
Taxes & Compliance: Approve tax payments to the government and ensure all payroll follows Canadian laws and union rules.
Audits & Accuracy: Double-check the data to catch mistakes and help with internal or external business audits.
Problem Solving: Look for ways to make the payroll process faster or better.
What They Are Looking For (Requirements)
Education
You must have your PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation.
You need a college diploma or equivalent experience in accounting/payroll.
You must be a clear communicator (written and verbal).
Experience
Supervision: You’ve led or managed people before.
Technical Skills: You are an expert in SAP, SuccessFactors, or ServiceNow, plus standard tools like Excel.
Knowledge: You understand how union contracts (collective agreements) affect pay.
Time Management: You can handle tight deadlines without getting stressed.
Tenure: Usually, about 4 years of experience in payroll (including at least one year in Canada) is needed to qualify.
The Fine Print
Pay: Your salary depends on your experience and skills.
Deadline: Apply by March 3, 2026.
Note on AI: They use AI to help screen resumes, but humans make the final hiring decisions.
Accommodations: If you have a disability and need help applying, they have a specific email for support.