Payroll Specialist

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid – 3 days on-site)

Language: Professional proficiency in English, written and spoken; French an asset

Background Check Requirement: Successful candidate must provide a recent, satisfactory criminal records check

 

About the Opportunity

Join a dynamic payroll team supporting a large, complex workforce in the health-care sector of approximately 18,000 employees. This permanent role offers the chance to apply your technical expertise in a collaborative environment where attention to detail, problem-solving, and initiative are highly valued. You’ll work closely with HR and Finance teams, navigating union agreements, government legislation, and organizational policies to ensure accurate, timely payroll for employees across all levels.

 

In this role, you’ll be part of an organization that values both professionalism and approachability. The team is supportive, with a good sense of humour and a commitment to mentorship and collaboration. You’ll have the opportunity to develop your payroll expertise, handle complex payroll challenges, and contribute to an efficient, people-focused payroll process.

 

What’s In It for You

You’ll join a workplace that celebrates teamwork, offers growth opportunities, and supports professional development. Experience a culture that values collaboration, feedback, and balance, while working with an experienced payroll team in a structured, high-volume environment.

 

Your Responsibilities

• You’ll process biweekly payroll for a large, complex workforce, including unionized employees and multiple entities.
• You’ll manage ROEs, retroactive payments, leave calculations, and payroll adjustments, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• You’ll respond to employee and manager payroll inquiries, providing clear guidance and solutions.
• You’ll collaborate with Finance to understand payroll impact on the General Ledger and support integrated HRIS and scheduling systems.
• You’ll maintain high standards of accuracy and confidentiality while prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

 

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of payroll experience, preferably in high-volume and unionized environments
• Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or near completion
• Experience processing ROEs, retro adjustments, and gross-to-net calculations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to exercise discretion and confidentiality
• Experience with HRIS systems such as Oracle PeopleSoft and UKG Dimensions Pro an asset
• Bilingual in English and French considered a strong asset

 

Note from the Hiring Manager

“We’re looking for someone proactive who can work independently and foresee issues before they arise. This is a high-volume, complex payroll environment, but we also have a team that likes to have fun and support each other. We want someone teachable, open to feedback, and with a strong work ethic.”

 

Why Partner with Altis

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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.