Senior Payroll Specialist

Morgan McKinley; Ajax; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Discretionary bonus

Three weeks vacation

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is hiring a Senior Payroll Specialist for their Ajax, ON site. You will lead full-cycle payroll for 300 employees across Canada and the U.S., collaborating with HR and Accounting in a growth-focused environment.

The role requires 5+ years of payroll experience in Ontario, familiarity with weekly and bi-weekly processing, and strong knowledge of tax compliance and benefits administration. commute to Ajax is expected.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of payroll experience in Ontario.
• Experience with salaried, hourly and temporary payroll processing.
• Knowledge of tax compliance and benefits administration is a plus.
• Experience across Canada and the U.S. payroll is desirable but not required.
• Willing to commute to Ajax, 5 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Manage full-cycle payroll for Canadian and U.S. employees (weekly and bi-weekly).
• Handle overtime, bonuses, commissions with accuracy and policy compliance.
• Administer payroll tax filings, year-end reporting (T4s, T2200) and remittances.
• Process expenses and travel claims with proper documentation.
• Monitor time and attendance system and provide management reports.
• Support benefits administration including deductions and remittances.
• Maintain payroll records and assist audits.
• Provide payroll and benefits support to employees and HR.
• Recommend system enhancements to improve efficiency.
• Assist HR with policy implementation relevant to payroll.

Skills

Payroll processing

Ontario payroll regulations

Timekeeping systems

Benefits knowledge

Education

PCP Certification

Job description

Senior Payroll Specialist – Manufacturing

Location: Ajax, ON

Work Model: Full time onsite

About the role:

This is an opportunity to join a growing organization that offers a strong company culture and the chance to be part of an exciting period of expansion.

As Senior Payroll Specialist, you’ll lead full-cycle payroll for 300 employees across Canada and the U.S., serving as a key partner to HR and Accounting.

Beyond the responsibilities of the role, you’ll be joining a workplace that values teamwork, connection, and collaboration, with regular social activities and a welcoming community.

Core Responsibilities:

As Senior Payroll Specialist, you will:

• Manage full-cycle payroll for Canadian and U.S. employees (weekly and bi-weekly), including overtime, bonuses, and commissions, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legislation and company policies.
• Oversee payroll tax compliance, filings, year-end reporting (T4s, T2200), and statutory remittances (EHT, WSIB, Workers’ Comp, etc.).
• Calculate and process commissions and bonuses in line with company agreements.
• Review and process travel and expense claims, ensuring proper documentation and policy compliance.
• Monitor time and attendance system, resolve discrepancies, and provide reporting to management.
• Support benefits administration, including deductions, remittances, and employee inquiries.
• Maintain accurate payroll records, generate reports, and support internal/external audits.
• Provide employee support for payroll, benefits, onboarding, and verifications.
• Leverage payroll systems to improve efficiency, standardize processes, and recommend system enhancements.
• Assist HR with policy implementation and ensure payroll practices align with legal and company requirements.
• Support additional projects and duties as needed.
• PCP Certification
• 5+ years of payroll experience in Ontario
• Exposure to payroll processing for QC, AB, BC, or US would be preferred but is not a requirement.
• Experience with salaried, hourly and temp payroll processing
• Knowledge of tax compliance, benefits administration, and timekeeping systems is a plus
• Willing and able to commute to Ajax, 5 days a week.

What We Offer:

• Base salary $90 - $110K
• Discretionary Performance-based bonus
• Full health, dental, and vision benefits
• 3 weeks of vacation

If you have a passion for payroll and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, we'd love to hear from you.