We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Toronto, Ontario. In this role, you will manage end-to-end payroll processes for salaried and hourly employees, contractors, and external service providers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll systems, compliance, and reporting, and will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer bi-weekly payroll for salaried, hourly, and contract employees using ADP Workforce Now.<br>• Process remuneration and expense reimbursements for board members, committee members, and external service providers on a bi-weekly and semi-monthly basis using Payworks.<br>• Coordinate with HR to ensure accurate and timely processing of new hires, terminations, Records of Employment (ROEs), and payroll adjustments.<br>• Calculate and manage pension contributions, taxable benefits, and other payroll deductions.<br>• Reconcile payroll registers with the general ledger, investigate discrepancies, and prepare necessary journal entries.<br>• Handle year-end reporting, including T4s, T4As, T2200s, and Employer Health Tax filings.<br>• Maintain up-to-date payroll records and support internal audits and budget planning initiatives.<br>• Stay informed on payroll regulations and contribute to policy updates and process improvements.<br>• Respond to employee and stakeholder payroll inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
We are looking for an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario, on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will oversee the full payroll cycle for a multi-provincial workforce, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for a meticulous individual to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee and process the complete payroll cycle for a high-volume, multi-provincial workforce on a bi-weekly schedule, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.<br>• Support payroll operations for approximately 1,200 employees across multiple locations, managing both hourly and salaried staff.<br>• Ensure compliance with Canadian payroll regulations, including taxable benefits, vacation pay, statutory pay, and severance calculations.<br>• Administer employee benefit plans, ensuring accurate deductions and taxable benefit setups in the ADP Workforce Now system.<br>• Handle year-end activities such as T4 preparation, ROE issuance, and other reporting requirements.<br>• Maintain and update employee records, including wage levels and base rates, while adhering to confidentiality standards.<br>• Collaborate with government agencies and manage workers' compensation-related tasks and reporting.<br>• Generate and analyze standard and complex payroll reports, providing insights as needed.<br>• Respond promptly to payroll and benefits inquiries from employees, offering clear and thorough support.<br>• Ensure adherence to company policies and government regulations related to payroll and benefits.
