Bilingual Payroll Administrator (70309789)

Sodexo; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading service provider in Canada is seeking a Bilingual Payroll Administrator to ensure accurate payroll processing for employees across the country. This role is ideal for candidates with 3+ years of payroll experience and requires strong bilingual communication skills in English and French. The position offers a flexible work environment and promotes continuous process improvements in payroll functions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Great employee benefits

Flexible work environment

Training and development programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience.
• Experience processing Quebec payroll is an asset.
• Demonstrated customer service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for all units across Canada.
• Liaise with third-party stakeholders, including government agencies.
• Investigate and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees.

Skills

Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written)

Strong organizational skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Ability to manage confidential information

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Education

PCP designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner)

Tools

ADP GlobalView

UKG Pro WFM

Job description

Company Description

Grow your career with a company that shares your passion! Our Payroll team has an exciting new opportunity to join Sodexo as our next Bilingual Payroll Administrator. This opportunity is open to candidates located anywhere in Canada and can be fully remote, or hybrid in our Toronto office.

At Sodexo, we believe that every role contributes to a better day for those we serve. Our teams drive innovation, efficiency, and excellence across all areas of our business - from strategic planning and operations to people-focused support functions. Together, we create the foundation that empowers our frontline teams to deliver outstanding service and value to our clients, customers, and communities.

Our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone to build a better life for all. As the global leader in services that improve the Quality of Life, we operate in 55 countries, serving over 100 million consumers each day through our unique combination of On-Site Food and FM Services, Benefits & Rewards Services and Personal & Home Services.

Job Description

As Payroll Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring the accurate and timely processing of payroll for employees across Canada. Working in both English and French, you will handle a wide range of payroll functions, from data entry and calculations to liaising with external partners and responding to internal inquiries. This role requires a strong attention to detail, a commitment to confidentiality, and a solid understanding of federal and provincial payroll legislation. You'll also support reporting, government requests, and continuous process improvements, helping to ensure a smooth and compliant payroll experience for all employees.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Process payroll for all units across Canada, including:
• Entering updates in ADP, CAP, and UKG
• Calculating and processing garnishments, deductions, and payroll adjustments
• Preparing Records of Employment (ROEs) in coordination with ADP
• Completing EFTs and issuing manual cheques
• Handling stop payments, recalls, rejected deposits, and traces
• Managing union reporting and dues payments
• Run reports in ADP, CAP, and UKG for internal and external requests
• Liaise with third-party stakeholders, including government agencies, ADP (payroll provider), and other relevant organizations
• Respond to wage verification and other formal requests from Service Canada
• Investigate and resolve payroll-related inquiries from employees, supervisors, and management, ensuring clear and consistent interpretation of policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal and provincial payroll legislation
• Maintain strict confidentiality in handling employee and payroll information
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to payroll processes and systems
• Adhere to all internal company policies and procedures

Qualifications

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience
• Bilingual in French and English (spoken and written) required
• PCP designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) is an asset
• Experience processing Quebec payroll is an asset
• Familiarity with ADP GlobalView is an asset
• Experience with UKG Pro WFM is an asset
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (able to create and manipulate spreadsheets)
• Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and consistent follow-up
• Proven ability to manage confidential information with discretion
• Team-oriented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated customer service mindset
• Able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with interruptions

Additional Information

What Makes Sodexo Different:

• Flexible work environment
• Competitive compensation & great employee benefits
• Training and development programs
• Countless opportunities for growth
• Corporate responsibility & sustainability
• An award-winning employer for Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion, Corporate Social Responsibility, and much more.
• And so much more!

Sodexo is committed to Employment Equity and Diversity. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of national origin, race, religion, ethnic group, age, disability, gender, sexual preference, sexual or gender identity, status as a veteran or any other federal, provincial or local protected class.

We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodation is available on request from candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Sodexo is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team members, customers, clients, contractors, business partners, guests, and members of the public with whom we regularly interact. We require that all new hires in hospitals, long term care facilities, and senior homes to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and may require any other new hires to be fully vaccinated based on the location and scope of their employment.

Thank you for your interest in Sodexo. Please note that only those candidates under consideration will be contacted.