4 results for Employee Relations Specialist in Markham, 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

Human Resources (HR) Manager

Mississauga, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 130000 CAD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead the human resources function for a growing, multi-site manufacturing organization within the food and beverage industry. This role is ideal for a hands-on HR professional who thrives in operational environments and brings strong experience supporting unionized workforces.The HR Manager will play a key role in supporting leadership, enhancing HR processes, ensuring legislative compliance, and helping scale the organization during a period of continued growth.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the HR function across employee relations, recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and policy administration</li><li>Support a multi-site workforce, including union and non-union populations</li><li>Ensure compliance with Ontario employment legislation, labour laws, and workplace safety requirements</li><li>Partner with operations leadership to drive employee engagement, conflict resolution, and performance management</li><li>Support workforce planning and hiring aligned with business growth and expansion</li><li>Manage employee relations matters including investigations, discipline, and workplace accommodations</li><li>Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and compliance documentation</li><li>Contribute to organizational planning, succession planning, and workforce development initiatives</li><li>Support compensation programs, attendance management, and HR process improvements</li><li>Foster a positive, collaborative, and safety-focused workplace culture</li></ul>
2026-06-19T00:00:00Z

HR Specialist

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
130000 - 155000 CAD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced HR People Operations Specialist to support a dynamic organization in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will partner with leaders and employees to strengthen workplace practices, improve engagement, and ensure human resources programs are delivered effectively. This position requires a strong background in employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and HR systems oversight within a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities:• Lead and mentor a human resources team, ensuring daily activities support broader people strategies and organizational goals.• Act as a trusted advisor to leaders and staff by offering practical guidance on workplace policies, employment legislation, performance concerns, attendance matters, and organizational structure.• Develop and support learning initiatives, including workshops and training sessions on key human resources topics and annual performance review processes.• Drive programs that enhance employee engagement, support retention efforts, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.• Review and maintain HR policies, handbook content, and related procedures, identifying opportunities to improve clarity, compliance, and employee support.• Provide coaching to managers and employees on goal setting, development planning, career growth, and appropriate training opportunities.• Oversee the accuracy of employee records and ensure all personnel updates, changes, and departures are documented and entered in a timely manner.• Coordinate with internal systems teams to manage HR system updates, test enhancements, resolve issues, and support the rollout of new functionality.• Manage disability and leave cases, including claims coordination, return-to-work planning, and communication with third-party providers, payroll, and leaders.• Support compensation and benefits administration by preparing market survey submissions, reviewing trends, and addressing benefit-related concerns.
2026-06-12T00:00:00Z

Human Resources & People Operations Manager

Toronto, ON
onsite
Permanent
100000 - 120000 CAD / Yearly
HR & People Operations ManagerThe OpportunityA growing organization is seeking an experienced HR & People Operations Manager to support and strengthen its people function. Reporting to senior leadership, this role will oversee the employee lifecycle and contribute to the development of people programs, policies, and systems that support organizational effectiveness and employee experience.This opportunity is well suited for an HR professional who is comfortable working in an evolving environment, enjoys creating structure, and can contribute across a broad range of Human Resources responsibilities.Key ResponsibilitiesHR Operations<ul><li>Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, offboarding, employment documentation, and employee records.</li><li>Coordinate payroll, compensation administration, and related employee processes.</li><li>Support compliance with applicable employment legislation and HR practices.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and update HR policies, procedures, and internal documentation.</li><li>Serve as a resource for employee and manager HR-related inquiries.</li></ul>Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning<ul><li>Lead full-cycle recruitment across a range of functions and levels.</li><li>Partner with leaders to identify hiring needs and support workforce planning activities.</li><li>Improve hiring processes, candidate experience, and recruitment practices.</li><li>Build and maintain talent pipelines to support future hiring needs.</li></ul>Performance Management & Employee Development<ul><li>Support performance management programs and assist leaders with goal setting, feedback, coaching, and development planning.</li><li>Identify learning and development opportunities that support employee growth and organizational needs.</li><li>Encourage ongoing feedback and professional development practices.</li></ul>Employee Experience & Culture<ul><li>Support employee engagement initiatives and workplace culture efforts.</li><li>Administer employee feedback programs, surveys, and recognition initiatives.</li><li>Support retention, team effectiveness, and employee engagement strategies.</li><li>Coordinate internal events, team-building activities, and culture-related programs.</li><li>Partner with leadership to support an inclusive, collaborative, and respectful work environment.</li></ul>Strategic HR Partnership<ul><li>Provide guidance to leaders on employee relations, organizational effectiveness, and people-related matters.</li><li>Contribute to organizational planning, change management, workforce planning, and organizational design discussions.</li><li>Align people programs and HR initiatives with business priorities.</li></ul>Projects & Process Improvement<ul><li>Participate in cross-functional projects related to operational improvement and organizational growth.</li><li>Support process improvement initiatives and internal planning activities.</li><li>Collaborate with leaders and stakeholders on strategic projects and evolving priorities.</li></ul>
2026-06-03T00:00:00Z