Senior Payroll Specialist | Delta | Hybrid

Randstad Canada; Delta; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join a leading company in the manufacturing and distribution industry. This role involves managing payroll for both Canadian and US operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and supporting financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a solid understanding of accounting practices related to payroll.

Benefits

Benefits from day 1 of employment

3 weeks of vacation to start

Health spending account

Accessible location in Delta, BC

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years’ experience managing full-cycle payroll, including US payroll.
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and US payroll regulations.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for Canadian and US employees with high accuracy.
• Manage payroll records and benefit administration.
• Handle payroll tax submissions and compliance for multiple provinces and US states.

Skills

Communication

Accounting Practices

Payroll Processing

Compliance Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

PCP designation

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

A dynamic opportunity is available for an experienced Senior Payroll Specialist to join our clients team within the manufacturing and distribution industry. This role is pivotal in managing and processing payroll for both Canadian and US operations, overseeing benefits administration, and ensuring compliance with payroll-related regulations and financial reporting standards.

You’ll be responsible for end-to-end payroll processing using ADP Workforce Now (WFN), managing accounting entries, and supporting both forecasting and budgeting processes as they relate to payroll. Strong communication skills and a solid understanding of accounting practices in relation to payroll are key for success in this role.

This position reports to the VP of Finance.

Advantages

• Salary between $70,000 - $80,000
• Benefits from day 1 of employment (no waiting period)
• Accessible location in Delta, BC
• 3 weeks of vacation to start
• Health spending accounting
• more!

Responsibilities

• Process bi-weekly payroll for Canadian and US employees with a high degree of accuracy
• Manage payroll records, personnel files, and benefit administration
• Handle payroll tax submissions and compliance for multiple provinces and US states
• Submit remittances for government deductions, benefits, garnishments, and retirement contributions
• Oversee group benefits and retirement plans (RRSP, DPSP, 401(k))
• Prepare and distribute tax forms and work-from-home documents
• Support audits and prepare necessary payroll documentation
• Generate reports and analytics for management, including salary and wage reconciliations
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and government agencies for payroll-related matters

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• PCP designation an asset
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience managing full-cycle payroll, including US payroll
• Minimum of 4 years in account reconciliation and general ledger work
• At least 3 years managing employee benefits and group insurance plans
• Proficiency in ADP Workforce Now is required
• Strong knowledge of Canadian and US payroll regulations
• Ability to manage sensitive information with a high degree of confidentiality

Summary

This role is ideal for a payroll professional with experience in U.S. payroll processing, specifically using ADP Workforce Now (WFN). The successful candidate will bring strong communication skills, a high level of accuracy, and a solid understanding of accounting principles as they relate to payroll. If you're looking to take the next step in your payroll career, apply today to explore this exciting opportunity!

We appreciate all applications, but only those selected for the next stage will be contacted.

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary / gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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