Payroll Specialist
At a glance
Mid-level Payroll role at Fa Evvx Saasfaprod1. ON, Canada · full-time · CA$70,000–CA$80,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Run payroll every two weeks for hourly and salaried staff in Canada and the U.S., checking pay, deductions, garnishments and adjustments
- Bring timekeeping data into payroll, verify balances, and sort out differences in payroll, vendor and benefit deductions
- Prepare pension and retirement-plan contributions, then support statutory and year-end filings such as T4s and W-2s
- Work with HR on employee record changes, answer payroll questions, and arrange bonuses, special payments and off-cycle runs
- Help test payroll system changes, keep procedures and issue records current, and contribute to process improvements
What you bring
- At least three years handling high-volume Canadian payroll, plus some exposure to U.S. payroll
- Advanced ADP Workforce Now skills and strong ability with HRIS systems and Excel
- Knowledge of Canadian payroll rules and post-secondary study in business administration or a related area
Who this fits
This mid-level role suits someone who can manage high-volume payroll accurately under tight deadlines and coordinate with HR and other stakeholders. Canadian payroll experience is central, with U.S. exposure also required. Industry experience in mining or manufacturing, Oracle ERP familiarity, and PCP or PLP certification are preferred.
From the employer
Role Summary
We are seeking a Payroll Specialist to join a dynamic and fast-growing global organization undergoing significant transformation across systems and operational processes
This role will be supporting high-volume Canada and U.S. payroll operations within a fast-paced, transforming global environment. Responsible for accurate, timely payroll execution, with strong focus on ADP Workforce Now, system integration, tax compliance, and operational excellence.
Salary Range - 70,000-80,000
Key Responsibilities
1. Payroll Processing & Compliance
- Process bi-weekly payroll across Canada and U.S. (hourly and salaried)
- Validate payroll data (earnings, deductions, garnishments, adjustments)
- Assist on year-end and statutory reporting (T4, RL-1, W-2, accruals)
- Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulations
- Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee data
2. Data Integration & Reconciliation
- Import, balance, and validate timekeeping data into payroll systems
- Process pensions, RRSP/401(k), and employer contributions
- Reconcile payroll, vendor, and benefit deductions; resolve discrepancies
3. HR & Stakeholder Coordination
- Partner with HR on employee data changes (hires, terminations, updates)
- Support inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders
- Coordinate special payments, bonuses, and off-cycle runs
4. Projects & Continuous Improvement
- Support payroll projects (data validation, UAT, system integration)
- Maintain SOPs, desktop procedures, KPIs, and issue logs
- Contribute to process improvements and system optimization initiatives
Skills & Competencies
- Payroll Expertise: Strong Canadian payroll knowledge; foundational U.S. payroll
- Systems: Advanced ADP Workforce Now; strong HRIS and Excel capability
- Execution: High-volume accuracy under tight deadlines
- Collaboration: Clear communication and strong stakeholder alignment
- Ownership: Organized self-starter with accountability for delivery
- Continuous Improvement: Curious, proactive, and change-adaptive
Qualifications & Experience
- 3+ years high-volume Canadian payroll experience; 1+ year U.S. exposure
- Experience in complex environments (e.g., Mining or Manufacturing preferred)
- Advanced ADP WFN; Oracle ERP exposure is an asset
- Post-secondary education in Business Administration or related area; PCP/PLP certified preferred