Spécialiste de la paie | Payroll Specialist

Valsoft Corporation; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A software company is seeking a Payroll Specialist to manage full-cycle payroll for both Quebec and U.S. employees. The role ensures compliance and accuracy while handling tasks such as GL entries, statutory remittances, and year-end reporting. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of Canadian payroll experience, solid understanding of payroll accounting, and advanced Excel skills. Bilingual proficiency in English and French is required. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative team driving impactful payroll solutions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of full‑cycle Canadian payroll experience, including Quebec.
• Thorough knowledge of federal/provincial and U.S. payroll legislation.
• Experience with statutory remittances and year‑end reporting.

Responsibilities

• Process full‑cycle payroll for Quebec and U.S. employees.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all statutory remittances.
• Prepare and reconcile GL entries with Finance.

Skills

Full-cycle Canadian payroll experience

Strong understanding of payroll accounting

Advanced Excel skills

Bilingual in English and French

Tools

ADP Workforce Now

Job description

ABOUT VALSOFT CORP.

Established in Canada in 2015, Valsoft has grown to a global portfolio of 118+ companies, acquiring and developing vertical market software companies, enabling each business to deliver the best mission‑critical solutions for customers in their respective industries. A key tenet of Valsoft’s philosophy is to invest in well‑established businesses and foster an entrepreneurial environment that molds companies into leaders in their respective industries.

INVESTMENT APPROACH

Unlike private equity and venture capital firms, we are Entrepreneurs who Buy, Enhance and Grow Software Businesses. That’s right; we don’t sell businesses. We form a strategic alliance with existing management teams. We recognize the dedication and perseverance required to create a firm and place a premium on customers’ and workers’ well‑being over short‑term goals.

CULTURE

Valsoft is more than just a place to work; we’re a team. We mean it when we say people are our greatest assets, so investing in them is our number one priority. We create an environment where our employees feel first‑day‑on‑the‑job excitement, day after day, creating a culture of high performers and collaboration. We celebrate our milestones, and we’re proud of them. We Dream Big, Stay Humble and Stay Hungry.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a Payroll Specialist responsible for full‑cycle Canadian payroll, including Quebec, while also supporting U.S. payroll activities. This critical role ensures compliance, data accuracy, and financial reporting reliability as we expand globally.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Process full‑cycle payroll for Quebec and U.S. employees, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timeliness.
• Ensure timely and accurate submission of all statutory remittances (CRA, Revenu Québec, IRS, state agencies).
• Prepare and reconcile GL entries and collaborate with Finance on month‑end and year‑end reporting.
• Manage year‑end processes: T4s, T4As, RL‑1s, W‑2s, W‑3s, and reconciliations.
• Validate benefit premiums and remittances with accurate setup and deductions.
• Participate in payroll system implementations and process improvements.
• Work closely with HR, Finance, and vendors to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
• Identify automation opportunities and improve payroll workflows.
• Act as primary point of contact for payroll‑related queries.
• Commit to ongoing payroll compliance education and industry knowledge.
• Perform ad hoc reporting and tasks as required to support payroll and business needs.

REQUIRED/MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years of full‑cycle Canadian payroll experience, including Quebec (U.S. payroll is an asset).
• Thorough knowledge of federal/provincial and U.S. payroll legislation.
• Experience with statutory remittances and year‑end reporting (CRA, Revenu Québec, IRS).
• Hands‑on experience with ADP Workforce Now.
• Proven ability to work independently and meet deadlines with high accuracy.
• Strong understanding of payroll accounting, including GL and journal entries.
• Working knowledge of benefit deductions and payroll integration.
• Advanced Excel skills (formulas, pivot tables, lookups).

ADDITIONAL/ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

• PCP or CPP certification (asset).
• Experience in multi‑entity or cross‑border payroll environments (asset).
• Familiarity with HRIS integrations and process automation (asset).
• Bilingual in English and French required.

Ready to join a collaborative and innovative team where you can make an immediate impact?