Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Location : Toronto, Ontario, Canada (M5C 1H6)

Contract Type : Permanent

Job ID : 4019

Field of Work : Human Resources

Posting Date : 2 Dec 2025

Role Description

The Payroll Specialist will ensure smooth and efficient payroll processes for LEO within dedicated markets. The position requires actively working with ServiceNow ticketing, payroll providers, and other stakeholders, and holds responsibility for administration of all aspects of operational payroll tasks. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in U.S. payroll, with the flexibility to support the team and business as needed.

Your Responsibilities

• Handle payroll processing, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and internal guides, with an eye for accuracy and deadlines.
• Daily work with ServiceNow to monitor, respond to managers’ and employees’ questions and inquiries about payroll matters and policies.
• Act as an expert in the field, supporting and participating in the implementation of new payroll-related processes when needed.
• Audit payroll data vs HR data; ensure data accuracy across systems and platforms, and prepare / deliver relevant payroll content.
• Provide payroll support for LEO Pharma managers and employees regarding employment matters, employee lifecycle, benefits, internal policies, payroll, and time & attendance inquiries.
• Work closely with stakeholders such as HR Operations, HRBP, outsourced vendors, HRIS Team, Rewards Team, Finance, and Internal Audit to foster good relationships and improve payroll processes.
• Administer and calculate compensation, rewards, and bonuses to employees; analyze, validate, and support the creation of severance deals.
• Manage employee Leave of Absence and sickness.
• Execute three phases of payroll runs successfully, controlled by the global payroll checklist along with agreed payroll calendars.
• Manage pay component work : analyze, define, and submit new pay components and work schedules to the HRIS Team for implementation. Participate in UAT testing of new pay components, work schedules, and overall payroll service enhancements.
• Analyze needs and raise change requests to expand, reduce, or modify services from payroll outsourcing partners.
• Manage the annual payroll wheel, including end‑of‑year activities and validating payroll calendars provided by vendors.
• Resolve finance queries related to payroll.
• Keep payroll working materials up‑to‑date with agreed standards.
• Follow local legislation changes that impact payroll and coordinate with relevant parties to ensure changes are reflected for the market.

Your Qualifications

Salary

Base salary range : $85,000–$100,000 CAD per year.

About LEO Pharma

LEO Pharma is a global leader in medical dermatology. Our innovative approach sets us apart, and we are dedicated to leaving a positive legacy for patients, colleagues, and the planet. We empower individuals in a flat organization, encouraging visible impact and versatile roles for professional growth. We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Additional Information

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