Payroll Specialist

iA Financial Group (Industrial Alliance); Quebec; Hybride; CAD 85 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Stock purchase plan

Pension plan

Telemedicine

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Résumé du poste

iA Financial Group in Canada is seeking a Payroll Specialist to process biweekly North American payroll for 10,000+ employees across subsidiaries, ensuring Canada/USA compliance.

You will manage life-cycle events, prepare pension and employee share plan reports, and support annual tax slips and CNESST payroll reporting. Strong French, advanced Excel, and Workday are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of payroll experience.
• DEC in Accounting or Administration required.
• NPI or APA accreditation.
• Experience with North American payroll and cross-border compliance.

Responsabilités

• Process biweekly North American payroll with the team.
• Manage life-cycle events: new hires, changes, leaves, terminations.
• Prepare pension and Employee Share Purchase Plan reports.
• Issue Records of Employment and process special payments.
• Support annual tax slips (T4, T4A, Relevé 1) and CNESST payroll reporting.
• Complete forms for government and assist audits.
• Resolve complex inquiries and escalate with stakeholders.
• Contribute to payroll process improvements and cross-country projects.

Connaissances

North American payroll

Workday

Excel (Advanced)

Power Query

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Advanced French

Formation

DEC in Accounting/Administration

NPI/APA accreditation

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Build the future with us
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

Description
Payroll Specialist,
Build the future with us
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!