Payroll Specialist

Toronto Metropolitan University; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Toronto Metropolitan University seeks a Payroll Specialist to ensure accurate and timely pay for thousands of TMU employees. You will process weekly payroll, validate bi-weekly entries, and support Time & Labour and Absence Management with a strong eye for detail and adherence to policies and collective agreements.

Role requires post-secondary education in HR/Accounting, 3+ years of full-cycle payroll experience, PCP designation, and on-campus availability at least 2 days/week.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in Human Resources, Accounting or related discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years full-cycle payroll experience in a large multi-union environment.
• Active PCP designation from NPI and knowledge of payroll regulations.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly payroll and validate bi-weekly entries with accuracy.
• Administer payroll activities and ensure compliance with policies and agreements.
• Respond to employee inquiries and resolve payroll-related issues.
• Support Time & Labour and Absence Management processes with precision.
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in payroll matters.

Skills

Payroll processing

Excel proficiency

HRIS familiarity

Attention to detail

Discretion/confidentiality

Education

Post-secondary education in HR or Accounting

Tools

HRIS software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

About Toronto Metropolitan

For more than 75 years, Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly known as Ryerson University) has been shaping the next generation of leaders through its uniquely innovative, entrepreneurial and career-focused approach to higher education. Driven by bold leadership, cutting-edge research and a deep commitment to academic excellence, TMU collaborates with students, faculties, staff and partners to push boundaries, reimagine solutions and create meaningful change in an increasingly interconnected world.

For a more in-depth understanding of our vision, core values and ongoing work, please see our academic plan

TMU welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us in realizing the benefits of embedding these values into the work at every level and in every unit of the university. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada and to bring lived experiences to the work, we encourage applications from members of equity deserving groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples in Canada, First Nations Peoples in the United States, racialized people, Black people, persons with disabilities, women, and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Preference will be given to candidates with lived experiences as people from equity deserving groups, as well as experience working with these communities with which the University works every day. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply and we welcome newcomers and immigrants to Canada.

In April 2022, the university announced its new name of Toronto Metropolitan University. Learn more about our next chapter.

About Human Resources

The HR Operations and Technology team is part of a group of human resources experts and innovators who contribute to the achievement of Toronto Metropolitan University's strategic priorities. They partner with their clients to create and deliver outstanding practical and strategic human resource solutions, programs and services that enhance workplace culture, engagement and inclusion. They are at the forefront of TMU’s HR transformation to evolve and innovate the IT functionality, reporting and analytics and they are committed to creating seamless processes for record keeping, payroll, TMU’s employee web-based applications and more.

The Opportunity

What does it take to make sure thousands of TMU employees can focus on their work with confidence? Sometimes, it starts with getting every paycheque right.

As a Payroll Specialist, you'll play a critical behind-the-scenes role in supporting the people who make Toronto Metropolitan University thrive. Your expertise will help ensure employees are paid accurately and on time, while payroll and benefits obligations are administered with care, precision, and in accordance with university policies, collective agreements, and government regulations.

Working across Time & Labour and Absence Management, you'll help ensure that the information behind every payroll is accurate, complete, and properly processed. You'll serve as a trusted resource for employees and colleagues, responding to requests, resolving issues, and helping navigate the processes and systems that support accurate payroll administration.

You'll process weekly payroll, administer and validate bi-weekly payroll entries, and support other payroll activities as assigned. With a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of payroll requirements, you'll identify discrepancies, address issues, and help ensure that payroll obligations are met consistently and accurately.

Your work will require more than technical payroll expertise. It will require discretion, reliability, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to service. When an employee has a question about their time, leave, or pay, you'll help provide the clarity and confidence they need.

Much of your work may happen behind the scenes. When payroll works seamlessly, thousands of TMU employees can focus on what they do best: teaching, learning, researching, supporting students, and building a better university.

If you're a detail-oriented payroll professional who takes pride in getting the important things right, enjoys solving problems, and understands the trust that comes with being responsible for someone's pay, this is an opportunity to make an essential contribution to the TMU community.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of post-secondary education in Human Resources, Accounting or other business-related discipline.
• A minimum of three (3) years of experience of full-cycle, in-house payroll processing , within a large organization within a multi-union environment.
• Active Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation from the National Payroll Institute (NPI).
• Knowledge of enterprise HRIS/payroll platforms, and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• A solid understanding of in-house HRIS functionality to execute complex payroll calculations, time and labour, and absence management processes, government and legislative requirements and university policies and collective agreements.
• Tact and diplomacy to effectively deal with complaints from clients and sensitive situations with staff.
• Equivalent experience or a combination of equivalent experience and education may be accepted in place of education.
• Availability to be on campus minimum of 2 days per week (can change depending on operational needs).

Additional Information (MAC)

Position Number10003036Reports ToManager, Payroll, Time & AttendanceDepartmentHuman ResourcesEmployee Group MAC Vacancy TypeFTCE

This is a current vacancy

Work LocationHybridStart DateASAPEnd DateN/AHours of Work 36.25Grade C41Salary Scale$63,182 - $100,928Hiring Salary Range$63,182 to $82,055TA SpecialistClaudiu FilimonPosting DateAugust 21, 2026Application Close DateAugust 31, 2026

• Qualified MAC employees will be interviewed before members of other employee groups.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Applicants who do not meet all of the posted qualifications may, upon the University’s sole discretion, be considered to fill a vacancy on an underfill basis.
• Candidates must have a demonstrated record of dependability/reliability and a commitment to maintain confidentiality.
• We encourage all First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples or Indigenous peoples of North America, to self-identify in their applications.
• As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete an occupational assessment.
• Toronto Metropolitan University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and aims to ensure that independence, dignity, integration and equality of opportunity are embedded in all aspects of the university culture.
• We will provide an accessible experience for applicants, students, employees, and members of the Toronto Metropolitan University community. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the recruitment process. If you have restrictions that need to accommodate to fully participate in any phase of the recruitment process, please submit your request through the AskHR webform. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.