Payroll Administrator

Strongco; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employer in the region is seeking a Payroll and Benefits Specialist to manage payroll processes and ensure compliance with legislation. Candidates should have 5-10 years of experience in payroll administration and knowledge of relevant taxation. Strong Microsoft Excel and bilingual communication skills are essential. This full-time position is located in Mississauga, Ontario.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of payroll and benefit administration experience required.
• Thorough understanding of year-end processing.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Execute administrative tasks for new hires and payroll.
• Perform audits on payroll-related entries.
• Generate payroll reports as required by management.

Skills

Payroll and benefit administration

Knowledge of taxation

Microsoft Excel

Customer service

Education

Certified Payroll Professional

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or similar

Job description

Province: Ontario
Branch: Mississauga
Employment Type: Full Time
Number of Positions: 1

SUMMARY

The payroll and benefits specialist performs all tasks as outlined below to ensure accurate and efficient processing of payroll and benefits, complying with federal and provincial legislation and company policies and procedures.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Execute and conduct the administrative tasks for all new hires including changes, terminations to ensure accurate processing of bi-weekly hourly and salary payroll processing.
• Gathering and auditing timekeeping data in order to track the history of all payroll related entries.
• Perform complete audit on incoming and outgoing transactions to identify and correct discrepancies;
• Inputting new hires, leaves, terminations, pay and vacation adjustments for accuracy in payroll processing.
• Enters and updates statistical, financial and employee data including direct deposit, tax withholding and wage garnishments to ensure accurate employee information and payroll processing.
• Oversees the proper and accurate processing and tracking of paid time off for all full-time employees so that it is accurate on the payroll.
• Research issues regarding payroll discrepancies in order to resolve payroll discrepancies.
• Generates all payroll reports as required by management and accounting in order to provide accurate financial and employee related data.
• Processes month end payments for garnishments, government remittances, union dues, etc. as required by law or in order to make payment to vendors
• Year-end processing including T4’s, T2200’s, WSIB return filings, EHT Filings, CRA filings as required by law.
• Manage monthly billings from insurance providers and other vendors, including review of billings for payment and accuracy.
• Respond to daily requests from employees regarding their payroll inquiries to ensure accuracy of employee information and payroll processing

CORE COMPETENCIES

• 5-10 years of payroll and benefit administration
• Extensive knowledge of payroll and benefit programs and related taxation
• Strong Microsoft Excel experience
• Prompt and accurate response to customer enquiries, supporting Human Resources and related departments and co-workers;
• Prepare payroll reports for Accounting, Human Resources and Regional offices and other Ad Hoc reports as requested;

EXPERIENCE

• Thorough understanding of year-end processing;
• Commitment to professionalism, communicability, quality, efficiency and process improvement
• Consistently exhibit a sense of urgency in performing duties with the ability to balance multiple priorities Able to communicate effectively in English and French with all levels of the organization
• Ability to maintain confidentiality related to sensitive employee and company information.

EDUCATION / TRAINING

• Certified Payroll Professional (Strong Asset, but not mandatory)
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in accounting or similar

Particular Conditions

Regular Working hours, with overtime as needed.

HEALTH AND SAFETY

It is our expectation that all Nors Employees will conduct their work in a safe manner, abide by all Nors safety policies and report all hazardous conditions and unsafe work procedures. In addition, Nors employees will be required to report any and all incidences/accidents/near misses according to company policies.

Nors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We recognize our obligations and responsibilities as an employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates including members of visible minorities.

Nors will accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes. If accommodation is requested, Nors will consult with the applicant and arrange for the provision of suitable accommodation that considers the applicant’s needs.