Accounts Payable/Payroll Clerk

Huron Dental Group; Sarnia; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Huron Dental Group is seeking a detail-oriented Accounting Clerk/Payroll Specialist to join their finance team in Sarnia. The role involves supporting daily accounting operations and processing payroll accurately. Candidates should possess strong organizational skills and a solid understanding of accounting principles. The position offers competitive wages and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Company events

Dental Care

Extended Health Care

Life Insurance

Vision Care

Paid time off

Growth opportunities

Chance to make a significant contribution to our growing organization

Qualifications

• 2 years proven experience in accounting processing.
• 2 years experience with payroll processing; Ceridian/Dayforce considered an asset.
• Knowledge of labor laws and payroll tax regulations.

Responsibilities

• Record day-to-day invoices and complete the posting process.
• Process biweekly/monthly payroll for all employees in compliance with regulations.
• Maintain and update financial records and payroll records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

ACCOUNTING CLERK/PAYROLL SPECIALIST

At Huron Dental Group, we empower dental excellence by creating opportunities for dental professionals and putting patient care at the heart of our business. Huron Dental Group was founded with the vision of providing high-quality dental care solutions to communities across Ontario. Each practice is committed to delivering comprehensive and personalized treatment options for its patients in a caring and family-friendly environment. Huron Dental Group aims to also provide fulfilling and meaningful careers for its dentists and team members. Through its supportive and innovative culture, Huron Dental Group is able to strengthen its vision every day.

As we grow, we are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Accounting Clerk/Payroll Specialist to join our finance team with a dotted line accountability to Human Resources. This role, located in our Sarnia head office, will be responsible for supporting daily accounting operations, processing payroll accurately and on time, and maintaining financial records. The ideal candidate has a solid understanding of accounting principles and payroll practices, strong organizational skills, and a high degree of confidentiality.

Key Responsibilities:Accounting Duties:

·Record day-to-day invoices and complete the posting process.

·Posting and preparing payments based on payment terms for vendors

·Maintain and update financial records, reports, and spreadsheets.

·Assist in preparing reports for management and auditors.

Payroll Duties:

·Process biweekly/monthly payroll for all employees in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

·Maintain accurate payroll records and employee information (e.g., pay rates, benefits, deductions).

·Resolve payroll discrepancies and respond to employee payroll-related inquiries.

·Prepare payroll tax filings and assist with year-end reporting (e.g., W-2s, T4s).

·Coordinate with HR to ensure timely and accurate updates to employee status and compensation.

Requirements:

·High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred.

·2 years proven experience in accounting processing

·Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

·2 years experience with payroll processing.Ceridian/Dayforce considered an asset.

·Knowledge of labor laws and payroll tax regulations.

·Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.

·High level of integrity and confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications:

·Certification in payroll (e.g., FPC, CPP) is a plus.

·Experience in a similar industry is an asset.

What We Offer:

·Competitive wage

·Company events

·Dental Care

·Extended Health Care

·Life Insurance

·Vision Care

·Paid time off

·Growth opportunities

·Chance to make a significant contribution to our growing organization