2 results for Benefits Specialist in Markham, ON

Payroll Specialist

Toronto, ON
onsite
Temporary
28.5 - 33 CAD / Hourly
We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help manage day-to-day payroll operations while supporting accurate, timely processing for employees in the country and the United States. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, values precision, and can balance compliance requirements with responsive internal service. Responsibilities: • Process recurring payroll cycles for employees in the country and the U.S. with a strong focus on accuracy, deadlines, and regulatory compliance. • Review and prepare payroll adjustments for wages, deductions, and other pay-related changes before submitting them for authorization. • Update employee payroll records to reflect changes such as new banking details, tax information, employment status updates, terminations, and timesheet entries. • Complete payroll support documents and production worksheets required to facilitate each payroll run. • Generate and review audit reports, verifying payroll results and investigating discrepancies on payroll registers before finalization. • Prepare Records of Employment and address inquiries from government agencies related to payroll and employee information. • Track and maintain balances related to vacation, sick time, and other employee leave records in accordance with company policy. • Monitor and respond to payroll-related questions from internal stakeholders and external contacts in a thorough and timely manner. • Help ensure payroll practices align with applicable employment standards, tax legislation, and organizational policies while contributing to a safe and compliant workplace culture.
2026-08-27T00:00:00Z

Payroll Specialist

Scarborough, ON
onsite
Permanent
70000 - 75000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to support accurate and timely payroll operations in Scarborough, Ontario. This role is well suited to someone who is comfortable working across payroll, benefits administration, and accounting-related tasks while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. The successful candidate will contribute to day-to-day payroll processing, support payment activities, and assist with system-related payroll administration using tools such as QuickBooks Online and timekeeping platforms. Responsibilities: • Process payroll on a regular schedule, ensuring employee earnings, deductions, and adjustments are calculated correctly and issued on time. • Maintain payroll records and supporting documentation with a strong focus on accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality. • Administer employee benefit-related payroll entries and verify that applicable deductions and remittances are handled properly. • Review time and attendance information from tracking systems such as About Time to confirm hours and resolve discrepancies before payroll is finalized. • Support payment processing activities related to payroll transactions and coordinate follow-up on exceptions or outstanding items. • Work with accounting and HR colleagues to reconcile payroll data, respond to inquiries, and help keep employee information current. • Use accounting and payroll software, including QuickBooks Online, to enter, update, and validate payroll information. • Assist with payroll implementation-related tasks, including data review, setup support, and process alignment when required.
2026-08-26T00:00:00Z