Payroll Intern

Trench Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Practical experience

Mentorship from professionals

Innovative projects

Competitive pay

Job summary

Trench Canada is offering a paid Payroll Student internship to support day‑to‑day payroll administration, benefits and pension administration, and month‑end/year‑end activities. The role provides hands‑on experience in payroll operations and HR administration for a student or recent graduate.

You will assist with Dayforce data, respond to inquiries, manage payroll documentation, and contribute to special payroll projects in a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a post-secondary program in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Payroll, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with payroll systems; Dayforce experience is considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits, and pension administration is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining and updating employee information in Dayforce.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide support related to payroll, benefits, and pension plans.
• Support payroll administration activities, including data entry, record maintenance, and document management.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits and pension plans, including enrollments, updates, and employee communications.
• Provide administrative support for payroll‑related processes and reporting.
• Assist with payroll‑related payables, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Support month‑end and year‑end payroll activities, including data validation and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and other payroll documentation.
• Ensure employee records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information at all times.
• Participate in special projects and other payroll‑related duties as assigned.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Excel

Dayforce familiarity

Education

Post-secondary program in Accounting/HR/Business/Payroll/Finance

Tools

Dayforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Scarborough, ON | Internship (6-12 months) | Student (not graduated yet) | Full-Time

About Us

In Trench Canada, we deliver state-of-the-art, safe, and reliable instrument transformers, coils, and bushings for seamless energy transmission. With a legacy of customized engineering and innovation, we enable society to harness the power of electricity with reliability and performance. We are driven by a commitment to advancing the energy sector through innovative technology and sustainable practices. Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, attention to detail, and adaptability, while fostering an inclusive and respectful environment where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute and succeed.

Our Values

• Trust
• Responsibility
• Excellence
• Navigating Change
• Candor
• Humility

Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Payroll Student to join our team for a paid internship or co‑op placement. The Payroll Student will support our Payroll team with day‑to‑day payroll administration, employee inquiries, benefits and pension administration, and month‑end and year‑end activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a student or recent graduate, looking to gain hands‑on experience in payroll operations, HR administration, and employee support.

Your Tasks

• Assist with maintaining and updating employee information in Dayforce.
• Respond to employee inquiries and provide support related to payroll, benefits, and pension plans.
• Support payroll administration activities, including data entry, record maintenance, and document management.
• Assist with the administration of employee benefits and pension plans, including enrollments, updates, and employee communications.
• Provide administrative support for payroll‑related processes and reporting.
• Assist with payroll‑related payables, invoice processing, and reconciliations.
• Support month‑end and year‑end payroll activities, including data validation and reporting.
• Prepare and maintain spreadsheets, reports, and other payroll documentation.
• Ensure employee records are accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee and payroll information at all times.
• Participate in special projects and other payroll‑related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in or recently completed a post‑secondary program in Accounting, Human Resources, Business Administration, Payroll, Finance, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to manage confidential information with discretion.
• Strong customer service and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with payroll systems; Dayforce experience is considered an asset.
• Working knowledge of payroll, benefits, and pension administration is considered an asset.

We offer

• The opportunity to gain practical experience in the field of optical current measurement technology and sustainable energy transmission in an innovative company
• You will work in a motivated team on forward‑looking projects and gain insights into the latest technologies
• Support from experienced professionals in handling the latest measurement technology
• An hourly rate of pay of CAD $22-$26

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Accessibility

Trench is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals and provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodation or support at any stage of the application or interview process, please contact us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment

Trench uses artificial intelligence and automated tools as part of its recruitment and screening processes to support efficient and fair candidate evaluation.

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