Job Summary:
The Payroll Specialist acts as the main resource for payroll administration and support. Responsibilities will include preparing and auditing our weekly payroll, calculating special payments and liaising with employees in our branch offices across Canada.
In-Office Requirement:
• Required in-office presence at least 4 days per week
Responsibilities:
Essential Functions:
• Produce paycheques accurately and in a timely manner using PeopleSoft
• Enter and/or audit personnel changes (hires, terminations, promotions, transfers etc)
• Process special payments, employee time off, tax updates, banking updates etc
• Create and manage off-cycle payments – bonuses, pay adjustments, retro payments
• Complete additional processes as needed – garnishments, final paycheques, expatriate payments
• Resolve discrepancies on employees' wages and taxes
• Review and update changes based on audit reports from PeopleSoft
• Monitor and resolve employee payment issues with banking institution
• Participate in year-end processes
• Communicate policies and procedures to personnel and field offices on payroll issues
• Process payments to governmental tax agencies and other vendors
• Assist benefits team with benefits related items as required
• Maintain knowledge of payroll related provincial laws across Canada
• Develop value added procedures for departmental improvements and special projects
• Other duties as assigned and required by the business’ needs
Qualifications:
Minimum Education and/or Experience:
Post-secondary diploma or degree strongly preferred.
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), preferred.
2+ years’ experience in Payroll processing required
Skills/Abilities:
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Action oriented and able to prioritize while handling multiple tasks
• Ability to work in a fast paced, service-oriented environment
• Ability to protect and maintain confidentiality of data
• Skilled in Microsoft office products including Word and Excel
• Bilingualism (French) is beneficial
Core Competencies:
• Build relationships
• Develop people
• Lead change
• Inspire Others
• Think critically
• Communicate clearly
• Create Accountability
Benefits Overview:
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• RRSP retirement savings plan with company match options
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement opportunities
Salary Range:
$48,000 - $66,000
The position is bonus eligible
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email Lauren Lara at [email protected] or call 410-579-3526 for other accommodation options.