Payroll Specialist

IA Financial Services Inc.; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Stock purchase plan

Vacation and wellness/personal dev. |

Telemedicine

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Much more!

Job summary

iA Financial Group is seeking a Payroll Specialist to process North American payroll for 10,000+ employees across subsidiaries. You will ensure compliance with Canadian and U.S. requirements while supporting audits and annual processes.

The role emphasizes Workday expertise, strong Excel skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant experience and a DEC in Accounting or Administration.
• Accreditation from the National Payroll Institute (NPI) or APA is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of North American payroll and French proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Process biweekly North American payroll.
• Manage employee life-cycle events and related changes.
• Prepare pension and employee share purchase reports.
• Issue records of employment and process special payments.
• Support annual processes including T4, T4A, Relevé 1, and CNESST reporting.
• Complete government forms and support annual audits.
• Act as SME to resolve complex payroll inquiries and escalate as needed.
• Contribute to payroll process improvements and projects.

Skills

Workday

Excel

Power Query

Payroll

MS Office

Education

College diploma (DEC) in Accounting or Administration

Job description

Job 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

• 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

• 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!

• 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
• much more!

Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company iA Financial Group

Company iA Financial Group

Company Overview iA Financial Group

iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, 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 125 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. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto

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As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes.