Full-Cycle ADP Payroll Specialist – Canada

Leadervest; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadervest in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll using ADP Workforce Now. You will ensure accurate and timely payroll, maintain compliance with Canadian payroll laws, and support benefits administration and employee inquiries.

You will handle semi-monthly payroll processing, reconcile reports, and collaborate with HR on payroll changes. The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on payroll experience, PCP designation is a plus, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Experience with payroll processing and payroll compliance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and pivot tables.
• Excellent communication and confidentiality in handling payroll data.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly, full-cycle payroll using ADP Workforce Now.
• Calculate and validate wages, overtime, bonuses, commissions, deductions, terminations, and off-cycle payments.
• Ensure compliance with Canadian federal and provincial payroll legislation and support basic US payroll requirements.
• Prepare and reconcile payroll reports, including T4s, ROEs, and year-end filings.
• Maintain accurate employee records and collaborate with HR on payroll-related changes.
• Administer benefits, pension contributions, payroll deductions, and benefit carrier invoice reconciliations.
• Investigate payroll discrepancies, respond to employee inquiries, and support internal and external audits.
• Generate payroll reports and assist with ADP system updates, testing, and process improvements.

Job description

Leadervest in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll using ADP Workforce Now. You will ensure accurate and timely payroll, maintain compliance with Canadian payroll laws, and support benefits administration and employee inquiries.

You will handle semi-monthly payroll processing, reconcile reports, and collaborate with HR on payroll changes. The role requires 2–5 years of hands-on payroll experience, PCP designation is a plus, and strong Excel skills.