Payroll Specialist

iA Groupe financier; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Stock purchase plan

Flexible group insurance

Pension plan

Telemedicine

Job summary

iA Financial Group in Montreal is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage North American payroll, ensuring compliance across Canada and the United States. You will join a collaborative team and contribute to processes supporting 10,000+ employees.

Requirements include DEC in Accounting or Administration, 10 years of experience, strong Workday and Excel skills, and advanced French proficiency for meetings with French-speaking teams.

Qualifications

• 10 years of payroll experience and a college diploma required.
• DEC in Accounting or Administration is mandatory.
• Accreditation from NPI or APA preferred.
• Advanced French proficiency for daily meetings.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly North American payroll for 10,000+ employees.
• Handle life-cycle events: hires, changes, leaves, terminations.
• Prepare pension & employee share plan reports and tax slips.
• Prepare Records of Employment and CNESST payroll reporting.
• Assist annual audits and respond to payroll inquiries.
• Support continuous process improvements and payroll projects.

Skills

North American payroll

Workday

Advanced Excel

Power Query

French advanced

Public speaking

Education

DEC in Accounting or Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Other Possible Location(s): Montreal, Quebec
• Job category: Business Administration, Finance and Accounting

Are you passionate about payroll and looking to contribute to the purpose of an organization committed to helping its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Payroll Specialist, you will play a key role in processing North American payroll for more than 10,000 employees across several iA Financial Group subsidiaries, while ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and legal requirements in Canada and the United States.

This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and reach your full potential within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of what we do, fostering an environment where collaboration and innovation can thrive.

What you’ll accomplish with us

As a Payroll Specialist, you will be at the heart of our mission. Your main responsibilities will include:

• Working with the payroll team to process biweekly North American payroll;
• Performing follow-ups and controls related to employee life-cycle events, including new hires, compensation changes, leaves of absence, and terminations;
• Preparing various reports, particularly those related to pension plans and the employee share purchase plan;
• Issuing Records of Employment and processing special payments;
• Participating in annual processes, including bonuses, vacation payouts, preparation of T4, T4A, and Relevé 1 tax slips, as well as payroll reporting to the CNESST;
• Completing forms required by various levels of government and providing the information required for annual audits;
• Acting as a subject‑matter resource to support the resolution of complex inquiries from the payroll team and Employee Contact Centre, while managing escalations with key stakeholders;
• Contributing to the continuous improvement of processes, participating in various payroll‑related projects, and acting as a spokesperson during presentations to employees across North America.

What could accelerate your success in this role

We’re looking for someone who:

• Is recognized for their expertise in North American payroll and strong knowledge of Workday;
• Stands out for their proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite, with advanced Excel skills required and Power Query considered an asset;
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work independently;
• Is recognized for their ability to effectively manage busy periods and multiple priorities;
• Has 10 years of relevant experience and a college diploma (DEC) in Accounting or Administration;
• Holds an accreditation from the National Payroll Institute (NPI) or the American Payroll Association (APA);
• Demonstrates a strong interest in emerging technologies, artificial intelligence, and continuous process improvement;
• Is comfortable speaking in front of large groups;
• Has an advanced level of French proficiency, as the incumbent will be required to participate daily in meetings conducted exclusively in French with French‑speaking employees and partners located in Canada.

Why you’ll love working with us

• A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence;
• A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed;
• The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces;
• Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more!

At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you!

Company Overview

iA Financial Group is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 10,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than five million clients and 50,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management.

With over $235 billion in assets, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 130 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability.

Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, write to us . Someone from our team will be happy to assist you.