Hybrid payroll specialist — expert in compliance & reporting

Region of Peel; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 94,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

OMERS Pension Plan

Generous Vacation

Personal Days & Floating Holidays

Hybrid Work Environment

Job summary

Peel Region is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join Corporate Services - Human Resources. You will ensure accurate, on-time payroll for 7,000+ employees, lead reconciliation, and provide expert guidance on payroll policies while working across Payroll, Finance, and HR teams.

The role requires a university degree in accounting/finance (CPM asset) and 5–7 years in a complex payroll environment. The position offers a hybrid work model, comprehensive benefits, and a competitive annual salary.

Qualifications

• University degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; payroll specialization is asset.
• 5-7 years in a complex payroll environment with focus on financial reporting.
• CPM designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll reconciliation activities and ensure accuracy of payroll funding and general ledger postings.
• Provide expert guidance on payroll policies and procedures to meet regional requirements.
• Manage payroll accounting, including tax remittances, reconciliations, and compliance with regulations.
• Develop payroll reports, queries, and analytics to support decision-making.
• Support year-end payroll activities and audits, including T4/T4A preparation.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

Canadian payroll legislation

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

University degree in Accounting/Finance

CPM designation (preferred)

Tools

SAP

ServiceNow

MS Excel

MS Word

Job description

Peel Region is seeking a Payroll Specialist to join Corporate Services - Human Resources. You will ensure accurate, on-time payroll for 7,000+ employees, lead reconciliation, and provide expert guidance on payroll policies while working across Payroll, Finance, and HR teams.

The role requires a university degree in accounting/finance (CPM asset) and 5–7 years in a complex payroll environment. The position offers a hybrid work model, comprehensive benefits, and a competitive annual salary.