Payroll Accountant

The Salvation Army in Canada; Toronto; On-site; CAD 59,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Reasonable accommodation on request

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Canada is hiring a Payroll Administrator to oversee day-to-day payroll operations for divisions, units, and ministries across Canada. You will manage deductions, remittances, and year-end activities with accuracy and compliance.

Ideal candidates will have a three-year college diploma in Accounting/Finance or equivalent, plus 2+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, including cross-Canada exposure.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of payroll processes and cross-functional business practices.
• Experience with payroll-related system implementations, upgrades, or enhancements.
• Proficiency with payroll PC-based applications and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll operations and reporting, ensuring timely distribution of payroll documents and outputs.
• Manage employee/officer payroll deductions, including union dues and charitable contributions.
• Coordinate remittance and disbursement of payroll deductions to external agencies and vendors.
• Provide payroll support by responding to inquiries from employees, officers, pensioners, and units.
• Support year-end payroll activities, reporting, and compliance processes.

Skills

Payroll knowledge

HR systems

Data analysis

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Three-year college diploma or degree in Accounting/Finance

Equivalent combination of education and experience considered

Job description

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Who We Are

For more than 130 years, The Salvation Army has served people in need in communities across Canada and Bermuda. Building on our roots as a world-wide Christian church, each year we help more than 2 million people, providing necessities such as food, clothing and shelter. In addition, we support people experiencing unemployment, addiction and family challenges. We continually adapt and innovate to meet emerging needs and live out our mission, vision and values of hope, service, dignity and stewardship. As a faith- and values-based organization, we hire and serve people of all backgrounds and walks of life - there is a place for everyone to belong here.

Mission Statement

The Salvation Army exists to share the love of Jesus Christ, meet human needs and be a transforming influence in the communities of our world.

Job Description

Position Purpose

The incumbent assists with the day-to-day operation of the payroll staff at the Territorial Headquarters of The Salvation Army and in providing support related to payroll programs for The Salvation Army divisions, units, and ministries.

Key Accountabilities

• Oversee payroll operations and reporting processes, ensuring the accurate and timely distribution of payroll documents, records, and related reporting outputs.
• Manage employee and officer payroll deductions, including union dues, garnishments, charitable contributions, and other statutory or voluntary deductions.
• Coordinate the timely reconciliation, remittance, and disbursement of payroll deductions to external agencies, vendors, unions, and charitable organizations.
• Provide payroll support and guidance by responding to and resolving inquiries from employees, officers, pensioners, ministry units, and divisional stakeholders.
• Support year-end payroll activities, reporting requirements, and compliance processes to ensure accurate financial and regulatory submissions.
• Prepare payroll-related financial information, analyses, and reports to support organizational reporting and decision-making.
• Generate payroll, salary, and budget worksheets to assist with workforce planning, financial management, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain payroll documentation and records to support internal, external, and regulatory audit activities.
• Contribute to the preparation of salary disclosures, annual financial statement information, and other payroll accounting deliverables.
• Lead and support special projects, process improvements, and other payroll-related initiatives while performing additional duties as assigned.

Education And Experience Qualifications

• Completion of a three-year college diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Minimum two (2) years of full-cycle payroll experience, including exposure to a unionized environment operating across Canada.
• Demonstrated knowledge of payroll processes, HR systems, and key business practices within an integrated, cross-functional environment.
• Experience supporting payroll-related system implementations, upgrades, or process enhancements.
• Proficiency with payroll systems and PC-based applications, including the ability to manage and analyze payroll data accurately.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to respond effectively to employee and stakeholder inquiries.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality customer service and building positive working relationships.
• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills in a fast-paced payroll environment.
• Ability to support and uphold The Salvation Army’s mission, values, and health and safety policies and procedures.

Compensation

The target hiring range for this position is $58,531.20 to $73,174.40 with a maximum of $87,817.60.

Placement in the salary range will be based on factors such as market conditions, internal equity, and candidate experience, skills, and qualifications relevant to the role.

The Salvation Army will provide reasonable accommodation upon request. Please email [e-mail] if you have a need for any accommodation and we will be pleased to discuss this with you.