Global Payroll Implementation Lead (International Payroll Lead) at AFFIRM (2024-01 – Present)
- Lead end-to-end global payroll deployment initiatives across 6 international jurisdictions, managing country-specific configuration, testing, and operational go-lives.
- Directed the evaluation, selection, and vendor onboarding for international payroll providers (EY and BlueMarble), improving regional process efficiency and compliance.
- Architected and launched full-cycle country setups in the Netherlands and Australia, establishing local compliance frameworks, banking feeds, and operational workflows.
- Deployed AI-driven automation workflows to accelerate the drafting of standardized implementation playbooks and regional compliance documentation, cutting project prep time by 40%.
- Built automated AI anomaly-detection models to validate cross-border data imports and audit third-party vendor interface files prior to system sign-off.
- Serve as primary consultant and escalation point for internal cross-functional partners (HR, Finance, Legal, Engineering) on global expansion projects.
Senior Payroll Implementation & Systems Analyst at AFFIRM (2022-04 – 2023-12)
- Co-led the strategic system migration from Ultipro to Workday, acting as functional domain expert for data mapping, parallel testing, and post-go-live support.
- Successfully integrated payroll and benefits architecture following the corporate merger of PayBright and Affirm Canada Holdings Ltd., consolidating redundant processes.
- Managed end-to-end Canadian operations (400+ employees) including complex equity and RSU setups while ensuring strict alignment with SOX controls.
Office Manager (Contract) at MATTAGAMI METALS INC (2022-11 – 2023-02)
- Managed invoicing, accounts payable, payroll, and delivered exceptional customer service.
- Successfully launched the company website and social media presence, significantly improving online visibility.
Implementation & Payroll Consultant (Payroll Analyst) at COLLAGE HR (2020-08 – 2022-02)
- Partnered directly with diverse client portfolios to design, configure, and deploy tailored cloud payroll solutions.
- Led end-to-end client onboarding, conducting discovery sessions, system setup, data migrations, and comprehensive user training sessions.
- Advised external bookkeepers and client HR teams on platform best practices, compliance standards, and workflow optimization.
Payroll Operations Specialist (Payroll Administrator) at CBI HEALTH GROUP (2020-02 – 2020-07)
- Managed salaried and hourly operations on the Ultipro platform, driving process improvements during organizational restructuring.
- Administered employee benefits, calculated sick and vacation pay, processed manual checks, and completed year-end documentation (T4s, T4As).
Senior Payroll Systems Analyst (Senior Payroll Analyst) at ROYAL BANK OF CANADA (2019-10 – 2020-02)
- Managed shadow payroll setups and cross-border UK/Channel Islands operations for 2,500 employees, ensuring compliance across international borders.
- Maintained accurate General Ledger (GL) reconciliation, ensured strict adherence to SOX regulations, and acted as key liaison for HR/payroll audits and vendors.
Payroll Implementation & Business Consultant at PAY PACKET LTD (2019-04 – 2019-08)
- Conducted operational audits and process re-engineering for client accounts, increasing operational accuracy from 98.1% to 99.3%.
- Acted as turnaround consultant for high-risk accounts, diagnosing system/process gaps and restoring client trust.
Payroll Onboarding Specialist & Executive at THE ACCESS GROUP (2018-02 – 2019-04)
- Managed software deployments and ongoing support for enterprise clients (up to 50,000 employees) on the Selima platform.
- Successfully onboarded enterprise accounts and implemented retention strategies that preserved 4,500+ at-risk client relationships.
Managed Services Team Lead & Consultant (Payroll Manager) at MHR (MIDLAND HR) (2014-01 – 2018-02)
- Supervised a team of 8 specialists delivering high-volume managed payroll solutions and software rollouts.
- Consulted with enterprise clients to roll out new product modules, upselling additional functional services and software options.
Operations Manager & Payroll Specialist at CINEWORLD (2008-02 – 2014-01)
- Oversaw comprehensive operations for one of the UK's busiest cinema sites.
- Managed bi-weekly payroll for over 280 employees and handled cash office duties.
- Led regional training initiatives and successfully implemented new stock and retail systems.
