Payroll Analyst

Reliable Staffing; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliable Staffing is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll processing for our client. The role requires a strong grasp of payroll processes, handling confidential employee information, and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation.

Responsibilities include managing full-cycle payroll, union payroll, journal entries, and month-end reporting, with opportunities to assist audits and liaise with HR on payroll matters.

Qualifications

• University degree or college diploma in Business, Accounting, Payroll, or related field is required.
• PCP certification is required.
• 1–5 years of full-cycle payroll experience; unionized experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Experience with Jonas payroll system is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll, including time validation, imports, payroll maintenance, retro calculations, and ROE processing.
• Process union payroll and reporting in accordance with collective agreements and apprenticeship programs.
• Maintain payroll records and coordinate with HR on employee levels and retroactive increases.
• Process journal entries, GL reconciliations, payroll filings, and month/year-end reporting.
• Prepare T4s, T2200s, payroll reconciliations, and support internal/external audits.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and maintain accurate employment records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organization skills

Problem-solving

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree or college diploma in Business/Accounting/Payroll

Payroll Certification PCP

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office

Jonas Payroll System

Job description

We are looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Analyst to support accurate and timely payroll processing for our client. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, good knowledge of payroll processes, and the ability to handle confidential employee information.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll, including time validation, imports, payroll maintenance, retro calculations, and ROE processing.
• Process union payroll and reporting in accordance with collective agreements and apprenticeship programs.
• Maintain payroll records and coordinate with HR on employee levels and retroactive increases.
• Process journal entries, GL reconciliations, payroll filings, and month/year-end reporting.
• Prepare T4s, T2200s, payroll reconciliations, and support internal/external audits.
• Respond to employee payroll inquiries and maintain accurate employment records.

Skills and Qualifications

• University Degree or college diploma in Business, Accounting, Payroll, or a related field is required.
• PCP certification is required.
• 1–5 years of full-cycle payroll experience; unionized experience is an asset.
• Strong knowledge of payroll legislation and compliance requirements.
• Advanced Excel and MS Office skills.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and handle confidential information.
• Experience with Jonas payroll system is an asset.