Payroll Intern - Part-time

Great Connections Employment Services; Toronto; On-site; CAD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A leading employment services provider in Toronto is seeking a detail-oriented Payroll Intern / Data Entry Clerk. This is a part-time position (24 hours per week) ideal for students or recent graduates interested in payroll, accounting, or HR administration. Responsibilities include entering and verifying payroll data, preparing reports, and ensuring accuracy in employee information. This role provides valuable hands-on experience in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed a relevant program.
• Proficient in data entry systems and Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Enter and verify employee timesheets and payroll data.
• Assist with payroll reports and reconciliations.
• Support HR/Payroll team with various tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry proficiency

Organizational skills

Good communication skills

Mandarin language skills

Education

Enrollment in Payroll, Accounting, HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Payroll Intern / Data Entry Clerk to support our payroll team. This is a great opportunity for a student or recent graduate interested in payroll, accounting, or HR administration to gain hands‑on experience while contributing to daily operations.

• Location:North York, Onsite
• Schedule:Part‑time (24 hours per week, flexible)
• Reports to:Payroll Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Enter, verify, and maintain employee timesheets and payroll data accurately.
• Assist with preparing payroll reports and reconciliations.
• Ensure accuracy of employee information (new hires, terminations, pay changes).
• Support compliance with company policies, CRA, and provincial employment standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive employee and payroll records.
• Assist HR/Payroll team with administrative tasks as needed.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in or recently completed a program in Payroll, Accounting, HR, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and comfortable with data entry systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Good organizational and time‑management skills.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn.
• Mandarin language skills considered a strong asset.

We are committed to an inclusive working environment and equal opportunities for all. We welcome all applications without regard to social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or religious belief, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state/province, or local law.

If you require an accommodation during the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, or accessible meeting rooms or other accommodation), please let your Human Resources point of contact know and we will work with you, to the best of our ability to meet your needs.