Regional Payroll Manager
Join Canada’s Largest Automotive Group
If you are looking to grow your career with an organization driven by excellence, integrity, and innovation, Dilawri offers an environment where people are supported and empowered to succeed.
Founded in 1985, Dilawri is Canada’s largest automotive group and one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Dilawri operates over 80 franchised dealerships, representing more than 35 of the world’s most respected automotive brands across British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, Quebec, and Washington, DC.
With a team of more than 4,000 employees, Dilawri fosters a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning. Our values of Excellence, Leading, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation, and Giving Back guide how we work, how we lead, and how we serve our customers and communities. Through the Dilawri Foundation, we are also committed to making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
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Dilawri Group of Companies, is seeking an experienced Regional Payroll Manager to lead payroll operations across multiple dealerships and business units. This position is conducted onsite at 5500 Dixie Road, Mississauga ON.
This is an opportunity for a senior payroll professional to take ownership of complex, multi-entity payroll operations while helping drive process improvements, system optimization, and compliance excellence within a dynamic and fast-growing organization.
If you are a detail-driven payroll leader who thrives in complex environments and enjoys improving processes, we want to hear from you.
Pay Scale: $110,000 - $160,000
What You’ll Do
Payroll Leadership & Operations
• Lead full-cycle payroll operations across multiple locations and pay groups, including salaried, hourly, and commissioned employees.
• Ensure accurate, timely payroll processing while maintaining strict compliance with federal and provincial legislation.
• Oversee statutory deductions and remittances, including source deductions, WSIB, EHT, garnishments, pension, RRSP, and union dues.
• Manage year-end payroll activities, including T4s, ROEs, reconciliations, and government reporting.
• Maintain strong internal payroll controls and audit readiness across all payroll processes.
• Conduct payroll audits and resolve discrepancies to ensure ongoing accuracy and integrity.
Systems & Process Optimization
• Act as the Payworks subject matter expert, overseeing payroll system configuration, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities to streamline payroll processes and improve efficiency through automation and system enhancements.
• Partner closely with HR and Finance to ensure seamless integration between payroll, HRIS, and accounting systems.
Compliance & Advisory
• Ensure payroll practices align with Employment Standards legislation, collective agreements, and company policies.
• Provide expert payroll guidance to leadership, HR teams, and employees.
• Manage payroll-related inquiries while maintaining strict confidentiality and professionalism.
Strategic Support
• Support payroll integration during acquisitions and dealership expansions.
• Prepare payroll reporting, analytics, and insights for senior leadership decision-making.
• Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and documentation standards are maintained.
What You Bring
Education & Certification
• Post-secondary education in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration
• Canadian Payroll Association designation (PCP or CPM) required
Experience
• 7–10 years of progressive payroll experience, including leadership responsibility
• Experience managing complex payroll environments with salaried, hourly, and commissioned employees
• Background supporting multi-location organizations
• Experience working with unionized environments considered an asset
• Automotive retail or multi-site retail experience preferred
• Experience supporting M&A payroll integrations is a strong asset
• Advanced experience using Payworks
Skills
• Expert knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation
• Strong understanding of WSIB, statutory remittances, pensions, and benefit deductions
• Exceptional analytical, auditing, and reconciliation skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage competing deadlines
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across departments
In addition to working with and learning from a team of leading professionals in the automotive industry, our benefits include:
- Discounted employee vehicle purchase program
- Job-specific coaching & training programs
- Comprehensive health & dental plans
- Employee wellness & assistance programs
- Employee social events
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Dilawri Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
