Senior Payroll Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Process bi-weekly payroll for Canadian employees using ADP Workforce Now, which includes timecard reviews, off-cycle calculations, deductions, taxable benefits, and paid leave.

• Ensure adherence to federal and provincial payroll legislation, employment standards, and CRA regulations.

• Address payroll inquiries from employees and managers.

• Prepare reports for funding benefit-related deductions such as RRSP, HSA, and tax entities.

• Maintain and develop employee time-off policies within the timekeeping system.

• Generate payroll journal entries in NetSuite, which encompass regular payroll, month-end, and other necessary adjustments.

• Manage year-end payroll transactions, including T4s, T4As, amendments, as well as federal and provincial filings.

• Adhere to deadlines while handling multiple concurrent projects.

• Take ownership of payroll liability and GL reconciliations, resolving variances prior to month-end close.

• Maintain and test payroll controls while supporting external audits.

• Identify and spearhead process improvements and automation initiatives in ADP and NetSuite.

• Serve as the technical resource for multi-state tax registrations, garnishments, ROEs, and CPP/EI corrections.

• Oversee provincial workers’ compensation reporting and payments, along with employer health tax filings.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field, or equivalent experience.

• Over 5 years of Canadian payroll experience, including full-cycle processing and year-end tasks.

• Preferred certifications include Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP), or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM).

• Proficient in ADP Workforce Now.

• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, along with excellent interpersonal abilities.

• Capable of handling confidential and highly sensitive information.

• Advanced skills in Excel and Google Workspace.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience with US payroll and project management is an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible PTO.

• Competitive pay.

• RRSP/401k match.

• Comprehensive benefits package with customizable coverage, paramedical services, and HSA.

• Discounts on wellness products through Fullscript.

• Opportunities for continuous learning, training budgets, and company-wide initiatives.

• Flexibility for hybrid and remote work arrangements.

• We are an equal opportunity employer and provide accommodations upon request.