PAYROLL SPECIALIST

Drive Auto Group; Pickering; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Drive Auto Group is hiring a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely payroll for its employees. Responsibilities include processing payroll for 200-300 employees, managing payroll data, and ensuring compliance with legislation. This role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and strong proficiency with payroll software and Excel.

Benefits

Competitive compensation plans

Collaborative team dynamic

Supportive work environment

Health and wellness initiatives

Employee purchase plans and company discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year full-cycle payroll processing experience required.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office - specifically Excel.
• Must exercise full discretion and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Bi-Weekly payroll data entry for multiple stores, handling 200-300 employees.
• Prepare and analyze payroll reports.
• Manage backend data for payroll accuracy.

Skills

Attention to detail

Accuracy

Confidentiality

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Full-cycle payroll processing experience

Knowledge of payroll legislation

Tools

Microsoft Excel

HR4

CDK

Payworks

Job description

Drive Auto Group

We have a vision of providing unforgettable guest experiences and our guest experience is driven by a dedicated team of employees whose job satisfaction is of equal importance to us. We believe that every employee plays a pivotal role in our success, and we are dedicated to making each opportunity with us just as rewarding. At Drive Autogroup you will experience the innovative, creative, and collaborative approach behind all our brands.

Job Opportunity

Drive Autogroup is a proud member of Drive Auto Group and is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. The Payroll Specialist will report to the Group Payroll Manager. The role is responsible for ensuring that employees of the organization are paid accurately and on time. Other duties include managing backend data relating to the hours worked by an employee matched with their pay periods and hourly wages, salaries, overtime, sick days and vacation days.

Drive Auto Group

We have a vision of providing unforgettable guest experiences and our guest experience is driven by a dedicated team of employees whose job satisfaction is of equal importance to us. We believe that every employee plays a pivotal role in our success, and we are dedicated to making each opportunity with us just as rewarding. At Drive Autogroup you will experience the innovative, creative, and collaborative approach behind all our brands.

Job Opportunity

Drive Autogroup is a proud member of Drive Auto Group and is currently seeking a Payroll Specialist to join our growing team. The Payroll Specialist will report to the Group Payroll Manager. The role is responsible for ensuring that employees of the organization are paid accurately and on time. Other duties include managing backend data relating to the hours worked by an employee matched with their pay periods and hourly wages, salaries, overtime, sick days and vacation days.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Bi-Weekly payroll data entry for multiple stores, 200-300 employees
• Process bi-weekly commissions and bonuses including guarantees, top-ups and recoups
• Perform bi-weekly, monthly, yearly payroll reconciliations and Year End payroll duties
• Prepare and analyze reports (EHT and WSIB remittances)
• Updates master payroll records by verifying and recording changes affecting net wages such as federal and state tax exemptions, insurance coverage, etc., and data concerning compensation increases, promotions and/or transfer of employees between departments.
• Computes wages and deductions, reviews for accuracy and posts payroll records.
• Prepares/files all hiring and termination paperwork to ensure payroll records are up to date.
• Registers employees under group benefits and manages the administration of our benefit program.
• Utilizes HR4, CDK, and Payworks to complete their payroll cycles and cross check employee eligibility.
• Understands employee payroll issues, and communicates solutions effectively, professionally, and respectfully.
• Any other tasks as assigned by management.
  
  

Experience/Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year full-cycle payroll processing experience required
• Knowledge of Payroll legislation and statutory requirements
• Accuracy and attention to detail of a high caliber
• Must exercise full discretion and confidentiality with information in an ethical and professional manner
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office - specifically Excel
• ***Compensation range will be based on knowledge and experience**
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation plans
• Collaborative team dynamic and Family-like atmosphere
• Supportive work environment
• Health and wellness initiatives
• Community involvement activities
• Exciting company events
• Employee purchase plans and company discounts
  
  

Your professional journey is more than a series of job titles and responsibilities and we encourage your application even if you don’t meet all the qualifications. If you’re looking to further your career with a growing organization where you can use your knowledge, skills, and talents, then we are looking forward to hearing from you.

Drive Autogroup is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported. Should you require accommodation or support throughout the recruitment process, we will work with you to meet your needs.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Human Resources

• Industries

  Retail Motor Vehicles

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