Contract Payroll Analyst (Remote)

Grand River Personnel Limited; Cambridge; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Cambridge is seeking a detail-driven Payroll Specialist for a full-time permanent position. The successful candidate will manage full-cycle payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and compliance while supporting HR functions. Ideal applicants should have a strong background in payroll processing and relevant education, with a focus on detail and accuracy.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of prior experience processing hourly payroll.
• Experience with payroll in a manufacturing environment is an asset.
• Familiarity with payroll and HR software systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for hourly staff.
• Conduct regular internal audits and generate detailed payroll reports.
• Manage employee onboarding and offboarding in HR systems.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry accuracy

Problem solving

Education

University or College education in Accounting or Payroll

Payroll Certification (PCP)

Tools

Payroll and HR software systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Our client in Cambridge is looking for a Payroll Specialist to join their team in a full-time permanent position! If you enjoy juggling multiple priorities, have a knack for numbers, and are comfortable navigating HR and payroll systems, this could be a great fit.

Position Details:

• Compensation: $55-$60K, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 3-5 years of prior experience processing hourly payroll in a mid-to-large size organization
• University or College education in Accounting or Payroll is required
• Payroll Certification (PCP) is an asset
• Experience with payroll in a manufacturing environment is an asset
• Familiarity with payroll and HR software systems
• High level of accuracy in data entry and reporting
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word

Responsibilities:

1. Oversee full-cycle payroll processing for hourly staff, ensuring timely and accurate calculation of wages, including retroactive pay, overtime premiums, and other adjustments in accordance with policy and regulations.
2. Coordinate with managers to confirm payroll approvals, ensuring all entries are reviewed and signed off prior to processing deadlines.
3. Conduct regular internal audits and generate detailed payroll reports to identify trends, detect anomalies, and support compliance and continuous improvement.
4. Manage employee onboarding and offboarding in HR systems, entering new hire data, updating records, and generating Records of Employment (ROEs) for terminations.
5. Track and apply vacation, leave of absence, and other non-standard pay codes accurately within internal systems.
6. Maintain current benefit records, verify employee eligibility, and support seamless administration of health, dental, and related benefit programs.
7. Organize and archive payroll-related documentation in line with retention guidelines, ensuring accessibility and regulatory compliance.
8. Protect sensitive employee and payroll data, assist with administrative projects, and uphold all company policies, safety protocols, and confidentiality standards.

Must be able to comply with Good Manufacturing Practices, Food Safety, and Food Defense guidelines.

If you're a detail-driven Payroll Specialist ready to take the next step in your career, send your resume to: Grand River Personnel.

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