Payroll Specialist

Randstad Canada; Golden Horseshoe; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist to join their team in North York. This role involves ensuring accurate payroll processing, addressing inquiries, and maintaining compliance with payroll legislation. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in payroll, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in payroll software. This position offers a competitive hourly rate and the potential for contract extension, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about payroll management.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist or Administrator.
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll including hours worked, deductions, and bonuses.
• Address payroll inquiries from employees and management.

Skills

Payroll Processing

Canadian Payroll Legislation

MS Office (Excel)

Payroll Software (ADP Workforce Now, Ceridian Dayforce)

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) Certification

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Ceridian Dayforce

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Payroll Specialist to join our Manufacturing client in North York and support the processing of the company's payroll. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing, addressing payroll-related inquiries, and maintaining compliance with relevant legislation.

Position Details

• Position: Payroll Specialist
• Location: North York
• Industry: Manufacturing
• Type: 6-month contract with potential extension

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Payroll Specialist or Payroll Administrator
• Working towards or holding a Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is an asset
• Knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation and regulations
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel) and payroll software (ADP Workforce Now or Ceridian Dayforce)
• Trustworthy with confidentiality
• Excellent organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

1. Gather and calculate hours worked, including overtime, deductions, and bonuses, then process payroll
2. Address payroll inquiries from employees and management promptly and professionally
3. Process Records of Employment (ROEs) and maintain accurate payroll records
4. Manage tax payments, employee benefits, and track relevant compensation data
5. Handle short-term disability cases per company policies

Application Process

To apply, please send your resume in Word format (.doc/.docx) to [e-mail].

Benefits

• 6-month contract with potential for extension
• Competitive hourly pay of $32-35
• Optional health, dental, and life insurance benefits
• Free on-site parking

Additional Information

If you have at least 6 months of accounting experience and reside in or are willing to commute to North York/York Region, contact us for other potential roles.

Commitment to Diversity and Accessibility

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Please inform us of any accommodation needs during the application process by emailing [e-mail].