Payroll Specialist processing accurate Canadian payroll for Xpera, a national risk mitigation services provider. Maintaining records, reconciliations, compliance, reporting, and employee support remotely.
Responsibilities
Process bi-weekly and other scheduled payrolls accurately and on time
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable federal and provincial legislation
Review and process employee hours, overtime, vacation, sick leave, statutory holiday pay, bonuses, commissions, deductions, and other payroll adjustments
Process employee changes including new hires, terminations, transfers, salary adjustments, and other updates
Maintain accurate and confidential employee payroll records in payroll and BambooHR
Respond to employee payroll inquiries, investigate discrepancies, and resolve issues with employees, HR, and management
Reconcile payroll registers, general ledger accounts, deductions, benefits, garnishments, and payroll liabilities
Assist with journal entries, accruals, and month-end and year-end reporting
Assist with payroll remittances, statutory filings, T4s, T4As, Records of Employment, and other required documentation
Support payroll audits and government inquiries
Assist with payroll system maintenance, testing, enhancements, data validation, and process improvements
Collaborate with the Payroll Manager, HR, and Finance teams on reporting, data issues, process improvements, and deadlines
Requirements
A post-secondary education is preferred, particularly in Finance, Business, HR, or similar disciplines, with experience in the private and/or public sector
An equivalent combination of post-secondary education and relevant experience will also be considered
At least 5 years of experience in payroll or accounting
Experience working with payroll and HRIS systems
Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation, or progress toward obtaining the designation, is considered an asset
Solid understanding of payroll deductions, statutory requirements, and applicable employment standards
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accurate, reliable results
Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential employee and payroll information
Strong communication and customer service skills
Strong Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with payroll data, reports, and reconciliations
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Ability to prioritize competing demands, manage multiple tasks, and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits and RRSP matching from your first day of employment
Discounted gym memberships
Shopping discounts
Recognition awards
Employee referral incentives
Business casual environment
Opportunity for career growth and development
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Accommodations available on request throughout the recruitment and assessment process
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