Payroll Specialist (1 Year contract)

DAC Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global performance media agency in Toronto seeks a Payroll Specialist on a 1-year contract. The role involves managing payroll for US and Canadian employees, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Suitable candidates will have 2-3 years of experience in payroll, a related degree, and proficiency in payroll software such as Workday. This position allows for hybrid work with two in-office days each week.

Benefits

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Paid leave

Professional development

Tuition assistance

Work-life programs

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a payroll role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws.
• Understanding of common fiscal procedures.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of direct Canadian, US, and global payroll experience.

Responsibilities

• Process semi-monthly payroll for US and Canadian employees.
• Assemble reports of company earnings, taxes, and deductions.
• Prepare year-end employee tax slips or forms.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders for payroll services.
• Monitor and analyze expenses against the payroll budget.

Skills

Data Entry

Paychex

QuickBooks

Accounting

10 Key Calculator

Paylocity

Microsoft Excel

Payroll

ADP

Administrative Experience

Human Resources

Bookkeeping

Education

Associates or bachelor's degree in business or related field

Canadian Payroll Association - Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

Move Your Career Forward with DAC as a Payroll Specialist (1 Year contract)

Who We Are

We are DAC, a global full-funnel performance media agency dedicated to delivering transformative results. With expertise spanning SEO, paid media, creative production, analytics, and local optimization, we combine innovative technology with the brightest minds to deliver seamless, forward-thinking strategies. Powered by AI, data, and creative ingenuity, we deliver integrated campaigns that engage customers at every touchpoint, from global audiences to individual store locations.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced payroll specialist responsible for all payroll-related tasks. Your duties will include collecting and reviewing employee information, calculating wages, preparing and processing employee payments, and maintaining accurate payroll records. The role also involves investigating and resolving payroll issues while ensuring compliance with company and regulatory standards. An outstanding payroll specialist should possess excellent people skills and a high numerical aptitude.

What You'll Do

• Process semi-monthly payroll for US and Canadian employees.
• Assemble reports of company earnings, taxes, deductions, leave, disability payments, and non-taxable wages.
• Prepare year-end employee tax slips or forms and submit government filings to meet deadlines.
• Maintain confidential information by adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure benefits and payroll services are delivered efficiently.
• Monitor and analyze expenses against the payroll budget to help prepare cost forecasts and budgets.
• Ensure databases are up-to-date, reflecting the current employee base, including salaries, hourly wages, benefits, and pension contributions.
• Stay current with tax laws and other regulations to ensure compliance.

What You Bring

• Associates or bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• Proven experience in a payroll role within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax and wage laws.
• Understanding of common fiscal procedures.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
• Exceptional multitasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• Physically able to work seated in front of a computer for extended periods.
• Canadian Payroll Association - Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or equivalent certification.
• Minimum of 2 to 3 years of direct Canadian, US, and global payroll experience.
• Knowledge of Workday is essential.
• Strong sense of responsibility and ability to meet deadlines.

How We Work

This role requires two in-office days per week, with three days in-office during the three-month orientation period. Fully remote work is not available for this position.

This description provides a general overview of the work performed by employees in this role. Actual duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may vary based on assignment or group. DAC is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us.

At DAC, we value your contributions, provide growth opportunities, and support your well-being. Our benefits include health, vision, dental, life, disability, financial, and retirement plans, along with paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and employee support services. Full-time employees are eligible for these benefits.

The salary for this position ranges from $40 to $45 per hour, based on factors such as location, education, experience, and organizational needs.

LI-Hybrid

Required Experience: Unclear Seniority

Key Skills

Data Entry, Paychex, QuickBooks, Accounting, 10 Key Calculator, Paylocity, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, ADP, Administrative Experience, Human Resources, Bookkeeping

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: 2-3 years

Vacancy: 1

Hourly Salary: $40 - $45