Payroll Specialist / HR

Position : Payroll Specialist / HRLocation : Downtown Toronto within minutes to Union stationSchedule : Hybrid, 2 days a week in office Job Type : Contract for approximately one yearAre you looking to be part of a great collaborative team, have challenging variety of work, and excellent work life balance?Our client is recruiting for an HR and Payroll Specialist reporting to Director HR who will play a crucial role in ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing payroll and assist with HRIS implementation and support various HR initiatives. Key Responsibilities include but not limited to : - Manage all aspects of bi-weekly payroll administration, including data entry, deductions, and reconciliations while providing expertise in the interpretation of the administration and implementation of corporate policies affecting compensation and benefits.- Process all applicable employee payroll changes e.g. new hire, salary change, retro-pay, top-up, pay adjustments, termination pay, ROE, etc.- Ensure accurate and timely remittance of payroll taxes, benefits, and pension contributions.- Prepare and complete reports, journal entries, statements and summaries related to all payroll accounts including third-party related disbursements; reconciliation and issuance of summaries related to Income Tax Act, including year-end reconciliation and processing of T4 earnings, Employer Health Tax, T2200s, etc.- Keep abreast of changes in payroll legislation and regulations and keep respective teams informed.- Respond to a range of payroll inquiries, including reviewing and actioning items sent to the payroll inbox and assisting employees with Online Self Service registration to the payroll system.- Review payroll output as per established procedures prior to finalizing and submitting the payroll, to ensure accuracy.- In conjunction with Finance and the external auditors, gather employee samples and reports needed to aid in the validation of the internal controls and data integrity.- Provide assistance on projects related to the development and implementation of payroll procedures, systems and practices.- Support the configuration and implementation of HRIS modules, data feeds, and ongoing improvements in the HRIS to align with organizational and departmental objectives.- Assist with other HR projects and programs. - Execute other duties as requiresEducation and Experience : - An undergraduate diploma / degree in a field related to human resources management and or / payroll.- At least 2 years' experience processing full cycle payroll.- Certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) designation or actively pursuing the designation is an asset. - An in-depth knowledge and understanding of compensation, payroll, pension and benefits practices, including non-cash compensation, group insurance plans, standard payroll principles / practices and legislative requirements.- Proficient with various computerized payroll systems including Ceridian Dayforce.- Analytical with proficiency in using Excel to perform a variety of manual payroll related calculations (e.g., maternity top-up, severances, pensions, retroactive payments).- Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, within tight deadlines and to exercise tact and discretion in dealing with sensitive and confidential information. - Excellent attention to detail and a consistent high level of accuracy.- Strong customer service skills and the ability to work well and collaborate in a team environment.- Bilingual (French / English) is an asset.Our client offers a great working environment. Please send your resume in Word format to Rona Geringer at [email protected] AND EARN A $50 GIFT CARD! For more details, click here.OUR VIRTUAL DOORS ARE OPEN! We're also bringing the interviews to you by various web applications, virtually! Contact us today for your next opportunity.