Payroll Specialist

Prosserman JCC; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free JCC Membership

Generous staff discounts

Comprehensive health & dental insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Work-life balance

Job summary

A community center in Toronto is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage all payroll aspects for its staff. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of payroll experience and is familiar with Ceridian Dayforce. You will work autonomously, oversee payroll processing, and maintain personnel files while contributing to a vibrant community-oriented workplace. With a focus on Jewish culture, you will play a vital role in our mission to support the Jewish community. Competitive benefits and a supportive environment await you.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of payroll experience required.
• Experience with a large payroll database within a large company.
• Ability to work autonomously with exceptional organisational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of semi-monthly payroll functions.
• Coordinate with departments to collect new hire documents.
• Respond to payroll related questions from employees.
• Assist with audits and T4 preparation.

Skills

Payroll experience

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Payroll & Accounting certification/diploma

Tools

Ceridian Dayforce Payroll platform

Ceridian Dayforce HR Onboarding platform

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Job Type

Full‑Time Position (100% In‑Person)

Overview

Are you a passionate community connector eager to make a meaningful impact on the Jewish community? We’re looking for a technically savvy Payroll Specialist with a customer service mindset to lead all aspects of Payroll for both the Prosserman JCC and the Schwartz/Reisman Centre.

Key Responsibilities

• Work autonomously and manage all aspects of semi‑monthly payroll related functions for all full‑time, part‑time and seasonal staff to ensure timely and accurate processing according to scheduled commit dates for two payrolls.
• Coordinate with all departments to ensure the complete collection of new hire documents.
• Set‑up new hires in system once all sign‑up documents have been received; create HR onboarding login details and communicate with new hires.
• Respond to all payroll related questions from employees in a timely manner, including confirmation of employment letters upon request and password resets.
• Maintain digital personnel files ensuring high levels of confidentiality in accordance with JCC policies and procedures and digitalise the “old” paper personnel files.
• Update all payroll changes such as promotions, increases, terminations, and incentive‑based compensation.
• Review all part‑time employee timesheet entries for accuracy and approvals.
• Prepare all required reconciliations and payroll registers for each semi‑monthly pay.
• Process Records of Employment.
• Review leave requests (vacation, sick, ESA approved, etc.) and ensure appropriate tracking for all staff.
• Update and maintain email distribution lists for internal JCC Moments Newsletter.
• Assist with all audits and T4 preparation and distribution.

What You Bring

• 3+ years of payroll experience required.
• Payroll & Accounting certification/diploma attained or in progress.
• Experience with a large payroll database within a large company.
• Experience using Ceridian Dayforce Payroll platform and Ceridian Dayforce HR Onboarding platform (HR admin experience an asset).
• Ability to work autonomously with exceptional organisational and time‑management skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple concurrent deadlines.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively.
• Commitment to the mission of the JCC and comfortable working for a non‑profit organization.
• A passion and connection to, knowledge of, and/or willingness to learn about Jewish culture.

About the JCC

The Jewish Community Centre (JCC) is a vibrant hub of culture, connection, and community. As one of the largest engagement platforms in the Greater Toronto Area, we offer a diverse range of programs – from arts and fitness to education, daycare and summer camps. With a bold goal to triple our community engagement by 2026, we’re on a transformative path to become the beating heart of Jewish life in the region. Join us in shaping the future of the JCC experience for 75,000+ people annually!

Benefits

• Free JCC Membership – Access to fitness centres, classes and programs.
• Generous staff discounts – On summer camps, swimming lessons, personal training and more.
• Comprehensive health & dental insurance – 75% of the premium covered by the JCC.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Vacation, sick days, Jewish holidays and statutory holidays.
• Work‑life balance – A flexible, people‑centred work environment that values your well‑being.

Ready to Make an Impact? Apply Today!

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences—don’t self‑select out if you don’t meet every requirement. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Mari Beiles ([e-mail]) no later than December 19, 2025. The JCC does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to screen, assess or select applicants.

We appreciate your application; however, we will only be contacting the candidates we wish to interview.