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Payroll SpecialistRobert Half • Kitchener, ON, CA
Payroll Specialist

Payroll Specialist

Robert Half • Kitchener, ON, CA
6 days ago
Job type
  • Permanent
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Job description

Are you a detail-oriented Payroll Specialist with a passion for ensuring seamless payroll operations? A leading Canadian manufacturing business is seeking an experienced professional to join their team. If you have expertise in payroll, a strong grasp of union and non-union payroll processes, and an ability to handle out of country payroll—this role is for you!

Key Responsibilities :

  • Manage and process end-to-end payroll, ensuring compliance with provincial regulations.
  • Union and Non-Union Payroll : Administer weekly and bi-weekly payrolls for unionized and non-unionized employees.
  • North American Payroll : Handle payroll operations for U.S.-based employees, ensuring compliance with relevant federal and state regulations.
  • Technology and Tools : Utilize ADP Workforce Now to process and maintain payroll records with utmost accuracy.
  • Reporting & Analysis : Leverage your expertise in Microsoft Excel to conduct reporting, audits, reconciliations, and data analysis to support payroll and HR functions.
  • Compliance & Records : Ensure compliance with payroll laws, tax regulations, and collective bargaining agreements while maintaining accurate employee payroll records.

Qualifications :

  • PCP (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) or similar designation is required.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of payroll experience
  • Knowledge and experience processing payroll for both union and non-union environments.
  • Familiarity with ADP Workforce Now or similar payroll software.
  • Proven experience with both weekly and bi-weekly pay cycles.
  • U.S. payroll experience is required.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, formulas).
  • Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and organizational abilities.
  • Perks and Benefits :

  • Competitive salary within the manufacturing industry.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and RRSP matching.
  • Opportunities for professional development and additional training.
  • Collaborative and supportive workplace culture.
  • Join a progressive company that values precision, collaboration, and innovation. If you're ready to take the next step in your payroll career, apply now!

    This job posting is for a current vacancy with our client. Our Specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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