9 results for Payroll Specialist in Cambridge, ON

Payroll Specialist

Oakville, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join a growing team and oversee payroll operations for approximately 300 employees. This role is ideal for an experienced payroll professional with hands-on expertise in ADP Workforce Now who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in ensuring payroll accuracy, compliance, and exceptional employee service.Working closely with Human Resources and Finance, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing, benefits administration, time and attendance management, and payroll-related reporting. Key ResponsibilitiesPayroll Administration<ul><li>Process bi-weekly payroll for approximately 300 hourly and salaried employees using ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Review and validate payroll data, including hours worked, earnings, deductions, and adjustments.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation.</li><li>Process employee lifecycle changes, including new hires, terminations, transfers, and status updates.</li><li>Generate payroll reports and support management reporting requirements.</li><li>Administer employee onboarding activities within ADP Workforce Now.</li></ul>Time & Attendance<ul><li>Maintain and support the ADP Workforce Now Time & Attendance system.</li><li>Review employee timecards and investigate discrepancies.</li><li>Collaborate with managers and supervisors to resolve time-entry and approval issues.</li><li>Ensure accurate timekeeping data is reflected in payroll processing.</li></ul>Benefits Administration<ul><li>Process and reconcile employee benefit deductions and employer contributions.</li><li>Ensure accurate and timely remittances to benefit providers.</li><li>Support benefit-related payroll reporting and reconciliations.</li><li>Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll deductions and benefits.</li></ul>Compliance & Reporting<ul><li>Prepare and submit Records of Employment (ROEs) through Service Canada.</li><li>Assist with WSIB payroll reporting requirements.</li><li>Support year-end payroll activities, including T4 preparation and reporting.</li><li>Maintain accurate payroll documentation and support internal or external audits.</li></ul>QualificationsRequired<ul><li>Minimum 3 years of payroll administration experience.</li><li>Hands-on experience processing payroll using ADP Workforce Now.</li><li>Experience supporting hourly and salaried employee payroll.</li><li>Strong understanding of Ontario payroll legislation, statutory deductions, and compliance requirements.</li><li>Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>Exceptional attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.</li><li>Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Experience with ADP Workforce Now Time & Attendance.</li><li>PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) designation or currently pursuing certification.</li><li>Experience supporting payroll within a multi-site or multi-division organization.</li></ul>This is a hybrid role with an expectation of 2 days a week in office onsite at their Oakville office.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Mississauga, ON
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Contract / Temporary
48 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Accountant to join a contract opportunity based in Ontario. This role is suited to an accounting specialist who can manage payroll-related reconciliations, support financial close activities, and work collaboratively with Payroll, Finance, and HR teams in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate will bring strong payroll accounting knowledge, sound analytical judgement, and the ability to maintain accuracy across multiple employee groups and pay cycles. This is a Contract position. Responsibilities: • Reconcile payroll balance sheet and related accounts, investigate variances, and resolve outstanding discrepancies in a timely manner. • Contribute to month-end close by preparing payroll journal entries, accruals, and supporting schedules tied to payroll activity. • Review employer-paid obligations, statutory deductions, taxes, and remittances to confirm completeness and accuracy. • Validate payroll information across several employee populations, including hourly, salaried, emergency services, and post-employment payroll streams within a bi-weekly cycle. • Work closely with internal partners in Payroll, Finance, and Human Resources to address reconciliation issues and improve data accuracy. • Provide accounting support related to recent payroll system changes, including follow-up activities after the move from a legacy system to a new platform. • Recommend and help implement stronger payroll accounting procedures, internal controls, and efficiency improvements. • Prepare documentation for audits and respond to requests for payroll accounting support while ensuring compliance with legislation and internal standards.
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll Accountant

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
45 - 50 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Accountant to support payroll operations for a construction and contractor environment in Mississauga, Ontario. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can oversee complex payroll activities, maintain compliance, and produce accurate reporting across union and non-union groups. The successful candidate will bring strong payroll accounting knowledge, a disciplined approach to reconciliations, and the ability to manage time-sensitive payroll cycles with accuracy. Responsibilities:• Process and maintain employee compensation, payroll data, hours worked, earnings, and deductions within the payroll system.• Complete weekly and bi-weekly payroll processing accurately and on time for both union and non-union employee groups.• Generate and review audit, exception, and reconciliation reports to validate gross-to-net pay, labour hours, pay rates, deductions, and payroll accuracy.• Manage payroll disbursements, including direct deposits, pay statements, garnishments, employment insurance claims, and government correspondence.• Validate and reconcile payroll transactions with downstream systems, including job costing, general ledger, payroll taxes, benefit remittances, and statutory payments.• Partner with outsourced payroll tax compliance providers and coordinate payroll tax notices, remittances, and compliance activities.• Prepare and submit union and non-union payroll reporting, including certified payroll, prevailing wage, and benefit remittance reports, ensuring compliance with applicable federal, provincial/state, and job-specific regulations.• Coordinate and support payroll tax audits, union benefit audits, annual workers' compensation audits, and other payroll-related compliance reviews.• Investigate, analyze, and resolve payroll discrepancies, variances, and exceptions in a timely manner.• Create queries, reports, Excel workbooks, and summary analyses to support payroll operations, audits, and business requirements.• Provide audit support and prepare documentation for internal and external auditors.• Perform additional payroll and accounting duties and participate in process improvement initiatives as assigned.
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Coordinator

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
65000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator to support accurate and timely payroll operations for a service-based organization in Toronto, Ontario. This position plays an important role in maintaining employee pay records, administering payroll-related updates, and ensuring deductions and payments are processed correctly. The ideal candidate brings strong payroll knowledge, comfort working with accounting and payroll platforms, and the ability to manage confidential information with care. Responsibilities:• Administer end-to-end payroll activities, ensuring employees are paid correctly and on schedule.• Maintain and update payroll records, including earnings, deductions, benefits, and other employee data changes.• Review timesheet and attendance information through time-tracking systems to confirm accuracy before payroll processing.• Coordinate benefit-related payroll entries and verify that applicable remittances and deductions are handled properly.• Process payroll-related payments and support reconciliations to help maintain accurate financial records.• Prepare payroll reports and summaries using reporting tools to assist with analysis, audits, and internal review.• Work within platforms such as ADP Workforce Now and other accounting software to support efficient payroll administration.• Investigate payroll discrepancies and respond to questions from employees or internal stakeholders in a timely manner.• Assist with payroll system updates or process changes when required, including activities connected to platform or workflow adjustments.
2026-06-11T00:00:00Z

Payroll Administrator

Brampton, ON
onsite
Permanent
72000 - 82000 CAD / Yearly
We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Administrator to join our client's team. This role will be responsible for managing the full-cycle payroll process for a workforce of under 300 employees, including both hourly and salaried staff. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Process full-cycle payroll for hourly and salaried employees on a regular basis</li><li>Prepare and submit Records of Employment (ROEs)</li><li>Complete payroll journal entries and ensure accurate reporting to accounting</li><li>Remit source deductions and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements</li><li>Perform year-end payroll activities, including:</li><li>T4 and T4A preparation</li><li>RL1 preparation</li><li>Payroll reconciliations</li><li>Support the annual payroll audit process</li><li>Identify opportunities to enhance and streamline payroll processes</li><li>Ensure payroll practices remain compliant with applicable legislation and internal policies</li></ul>
2026-06-24T00:00:00Z

Payroll/Office Administrator

Cambridge, ON
onsite
Permanent
60000 - 70000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Payroll & Office Administrator to join our team in Cambridge. This role is responsible for supporting the day-to-day administrative operations of the office while assisting with payroll processing, invoicing, record management, and general office coordination. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys managing multiple priorities, and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely administrative support. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Assist with the preparation, tracking, and processing of hourly employee payroll.</li><li>Maintain payroll records and ensure payroll information is entered accurately and on time.</li><li>Answer and direct incoming telephone calls in a professional manner.</li><li>Welcome and assist visitors, customers, and vendors.</li><li>Perform general administrative duties including filing, photocopying, scanning, mailing, and document preparation.</li><li>Receive, sort, and distribute incoming correspondence and prepare outgoing communications.</li><li>Maintain organized electronic and hard-copy filing systems.</li><li>Coordinate office supply inventory and arrange maintenance of office equipment as required.</li><li>Process and track customer invoicing and related documentation.</li><li>Prepare sales invoices and maintain accurate records within company systems.</li><li>Communicate with internal departments and external partners to gather and compile information as needed.</li><li>Provide administrative support to management and assist with special projects.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul> Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum 1–3 years of administrative, office support, payroll, or clerical experience.</li><li>Strong verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Excellent organizational and time-management abilities.</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.</li><li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.</li><li>Basic bookkeeping or accounting knowledge is considered an asset.</li><li>Experience supporting payroll functions is preferred.</li></ul>
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z

Payroll Supervisor/Manager/Director

Waterloo, ON
onsite
Permanent
85000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced payroll leader to oversee payroll operations for a large unionized workforce in Waterloo, Ontario. This position is responsible for guiding the payroll team, maintaining accurate and timely pay processing, and ensuring compliance with legislative, financial, and organizational requirements. The successful candidate will strengthen day-to-day operations, support staff development, and help translate collective agreement updates into consistent payroll practices. Responsibilities: • Oversee end-to-end payroll activities, including regular bi-weekly runs, off-cycle payments, adjustments, and exception resolution, while maintaining a high level of accuracy. • Guide and support Payroll Specialists and Payroll Administrators by setting priorities, assigning work, and resolving operational issues efficiently. • Coordinate the payroll implementation of collective agreement changes in partnership with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent application. • Review employee payroll records, grid placements, garnishment processing, and audit activities to protect data accuracy and confidentiality. • Authorize payroll-related financial outputs such as journal entries, banking files, and general ledger summaries to support accurate reporting and payment release. • Ensure year-end payroll obligations are completed properly, including the preparation and distribution of T4s and Records of Employment. • Monitor employee and stakeholder payroll inquiries, address escalated matters, and maintain a strong service standard across the function. • Maintain compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation, union requirements, remittance obligations, internal controls, and audit standards. • Coach, mentor, and evaluate payroll staff through onboarding, training, performance reviews, and development planning, while adjusting team capacity as needed. • Promote safe workplace practices, support incident reporting expectations, and contribute to a healthy office environment with occasional travel as required.
2026-06-22T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 95000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an Accounts Payable Clerk to support project-driven financial operations for a construction business in Concord, Ontario. In this role, you will oversee invoice processing and payment coordination with a strong focus on job cost accuracy, documentation, and compliance with internal controls. The position plays an important part in ensuring project expenses are properly recorded, validated against completed work, and managed in line with budget and contract requirements. Responsibilities:• Review incoming invoices from suppliers and subcontractors, confirm pricing and contract details, and ensure each submission includes the required backup documentation.• Enter and assign costs accurately within construction accounting systems, linking expenses to the appropriate project, cost category, and phase of work.• Compare billed amounts to approved progress on active jobs and raise concerns when charges do not match certified work, agreed scope, or authorized extras.• Support the preparation and validation of subcontractor payments by confirming holdbacks, contract terms, and completed work before release.• Maintain accurate month-end cut-off practices by recording costs in the proper period and capturing accruals for work completed but not yet invoiced.• Prepare payment batches for review, ensuring all disbursements follow approval protocols and established cash control procedures.• Communicate with vendors and subcontractors to resolve invoice discrepancies, clarify submission requirements, and provide updates on payment status.• Keep complete financial records that support audit readiness, contract compliance, and clear traceability from invoice receipt through final payment.
2026-06-16T00:00:00Z

Accounts Payable Clerk

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Contract / Temporary
25 - 27 CAD / Hourly
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Clerk to join a construction-focused organization in Mississauga, Ontario on a long-term contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for an individual with strong full-cycle accounts payable experience who enjoys working in a high-volume, detail-oriented environment and is comfortable balancing established manual processes with evolving systems and process improvements. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring timely and accurate payment processing, supporting project-based financial tracking, and contributing to the ongoing enhancement and automation of accounts payable operations. Responsibilities:<ul><li>Process a high volume of supplier invoices, including detailed multi-line invoices, while maintaining a high level of accuracy in a predominantly manual processing environment.</li><li>Complete full-cycle three-way matching of purchase orders, receipts, and invoices to ensure all charges are properly supported before payment is issued.</li><li>Review, classify, and enter invoices using project and cost coding structures aligned with construction accounting practices.</li><li>Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies and billing issues by working closely with vendors, project teams, and internal departments.</li><li>Process payments within established timelines and ensure all transactions adhere to company procedures, approval workflows, and internal controls.</li><li>Maintain vendor master data and respond to supplier inquiries in a professional and timely manner.</li><li>Support month-end activities, including account reconciliations, review of outstanding items, and assistance with accrual-related tasks.</li><li>Work effectively within established manual processes while identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and improve operational efficiencies.</li><li>Support the organization's transition toward automation initiatives, including process improvements, system enhancements, and the implementation of more efficient accounts payable practices.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by documenting processes, recommending efficiencies, and adapting to evolving systems and technologies.</li><li>Assist with audit and compliance requirements by maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to internal control standards.</li></ul>
2026-06-25T00:00:00Z