We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Markham, Ontario, on a contract basis. In this role, you will oversee full-cycle payroll processing, manage benefits administration, and provide essential HR support to ensure smooth operations. This position offers an opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and Canadian employment legislation within the wholesale distribution industry. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll with precision and timeliness using Dayforce Powerpay Plus. • Reconcile and calculate provincial remittances and payments to ensure compliance with regulations. • Prepare detailed monthly payroll journal entries and perform account reconciliations. • Manage year-end payroll tasks, including balancing, filing, and distributing T4s and T2200s. • Calculate commissions and generate sales tracking reports to support account managers. • Administer group benefits and retirement plans, handling enrollments, updates, and terminations. • Maintain accurate payroll and HR personnel records to ensure up-to-date documentation. • Conduct onboarding sessions for new hires, covering HR policies, payroll, and benefits programs. • Update and maintain the employee handbook to align with legislative and company policy changes. • Organize company events, such as awards meetings, holiday gatherings, and employee engagement activities.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience managing full-cycle payroll. • PCP certification or equivalent designation is preferred. • In-depth understanding of Canadian payroll legislation and the Employment Standards Act. • Proficiency in payroll software, with experience in Dayforce Powerpay Plus considered an asset. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks. • Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively. • Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a commitment to confidentiality.

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Markham, ON
onsite
Temporary
33.25 - 38.50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a skilled Payroll Specialist to join our team in Markham, Ontario, on a contract basis. In this role, you will oversee full-cycle payroll processing, manage benefits administration, and provide essential HR support to ensure smooth operations. This position offers an opportunity to apply your expertise in payroll systems and Canadian employment legislation within the wholesale distribution industry. Responsibilities: • Process bi-weekly payroll with precision and timeliness using Dayforce Powerpay Plus. • Reconcile and calculate provincial remittances and payments to ensure compliance with regulations. • Prepare detailed monthly payroll journal entries and perform account reconciliations. • Manage year-end payroll tasks, including balancing, filing, and distributing T4s and T2200s. • Calculate commissions and generate sales tracking reports to support account managers. • Administer group benefits and retirement plans, handling enrollments, updates, and terminations. • Maintain accurate payroll and HR personnel records to ensure up-to-date documentation. • Conduct onboarding sessions for new hires, covering HR policies, payroll, and benefits programs. • Update and maintain the employee handbook to align with legislative and company policy changes. • Organize company events, such as awards meetings, holiday gatherings, and employee engagement activities.
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