We're seeking a Payroll Specialist for an exciting full-time, permanent. This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with 2+ years of payroll experience. This role offers great flexibility, where you may be required to work onsite1 day per week but otherwise work remote within the GTA. It offers exceptional learning and development opportunities, where you will be working with a collaborative and supportive team. 

You will play a crucial role as the primary point of contact for payroll inquiries ensuring seamless payroll processing, compliance and maintaining strong communication channels. This role will rely on your ability to provide exceptional customer service and deal with urgent situations in a timely and effective manner. It will call on your superb financial abilities and attention to detail, while operating ethically and consultatively. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Processing payroll for contract employees on timesheets and salaried staff: Reviewing, entering timesheets, calculating payroll adjustments, statutory holiday pay, vacation pay, termination pay, etc. 
• Delivering scheduled reminders to facilitate timesheet submission and approvals 
• Quality assurance and attaching candidate progress reports for payroll and invoicing 
• Integrating timesheets through various VMS systems
• Responding to our shared customer service phone line and mailbox 
• Fostering a positive and supportive relationship with contract employees, ensuring a smooth and positive payroll experience 
• Preparing and issuing Records of Employment (ROE) to Service Canada 
• Completing employment verifications 
• Staying informed about relevant labor laws and regulations through multiple jurisdictions to ensure payroll compliance 
• Supporting in various payroll related Year-End tasks 
• Proactively identifying and addressing any payroll discrepancies or issues, working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders for resolution. 
• Supporting in administrating our health benefits plan 

Qualifications: 

• Completed or working towards PCP Designation with the NPI 
• 2+ years of hands-on payroll experience 
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in data entry 
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Exceptional customer service 
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal 
• Ability to work independently as well collaboratively with a team 
• Organizational/time management skills 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize duties 

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• EFAP Program 
• Health & Wellness Days 
• Education reimbursement after 1 year 
• Professional Membership covered after 2 years 
• Career pathing opportunities
• Continuous support and access to resources to help you succeed in your role

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.