Payroll Specialist

DWF Law LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global provider of legal services is seeking a Payroll Specialist to support payroll operations for around 4,000 colleagues. This role includes processing payrolls across various jurisdictions, maintaining accurate payroll records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and work collaboratively within a dedicated team. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, emphasizing a supportive work environment and flexibility to meet individual needs.

Benefits

Comprehensive rewards package

Flexible benefits

Robust well-being programs

Qualifications

• Experience in a payroll specialist role in a multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Understanding of statutory regulations related to payroll.
• Ability to work autonomously and support team efforts.

Responsibilities

• Process payrolls across multiple jurisdictions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and respond to queries.
• Ensure compliance with local payroll regulations.

Skills

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

ADP Payroll Software

Job description

Why join us?

This role plays a vital part in supporting the payroll operations for approximately 4,000 colleagues across multiple global locations. The role of Payroll Specialist will be responsible for the end to end processing of country specific payrolls, maintaining and updating accurate payroll records.

Working closely with the Group Payroll Manager and a team of two other Payroll Specialists and a Payroll Administrator based in Manchester to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, compliance with local regulations, and excellent service delivery to our internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end processing of multiple payrolls across various jurisdictions.
• Maintain and update payroll records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Complete all data entry, reconciliations, and audit checks.
• Respond to payroll-related queries from employees and internal departments.
• Liaise with HR and Finance teams to ensure alignment on employee data and reporting.
• Support with compliance and international payroll regulations.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the payroll function.

What will help you succeed in this role?

• Previous experience in a specialist role, ideally within a professional services or multi-jurisdictional environment.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Able to work efficiently to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.
• Embraces change with a 'can do' attitude, showing enthusiasm and willingness to adapt.
• A self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and pro-actively to support the team in delivering results.
• Familiarity with payroll software and systems preferably ADP. Beneficial but not essential as training would be provided
• Strong understanding of Statutory regulation

What we offer

At DWF, we deeply appreciate the significance of offering a comprehensive rewards package that extends beyond a basic salary. Our commitment is to ensure that each member of our team not only feels valued but is also duly rewarded throughout their tenure with us. Upon joining our organisation, you will have the opportunity to select from a diverse array of benefits, allowing you to carefully tailor a package that perfectly aligns with your individual needs and those of your family. In addition to our standard benefits, we offer a wide range of flexible benefits and robust well-being programs.

Our recruitment process upholds the highest standards of fairness and engagement. It includes comprehensive interviews and, at times, a written assessment, an assessment day, or presentation. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support.

About us

DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.