Payroll Analyst

Reporting to the Payroll Supervisor, the Payroll Analyst - HR Operations will ensure that assigned payroll is processed accurately and effectively. Additionally, supports the Manager as a relatively more knowledgeable team member by taking responsibility for more sensitive or complex functions of the payroll team. These additional responsibilities may include assisting with the training of less experienced team members, supporting special projects and initiatives, processing executive and salaried payroll, and providing support for escalated payroll questions and issues.

This position will be based at our Head Office in Markham, Ontario. Extendicare offers a hybrid working environment.

Contract Period : 15 months contract

Key responsibilities include :

• Prepare, balance & reconcile payroll data; and complete audits on any changes and updates to payroll.
• Process and review earnings, deductions and tax withholdings applying company policy, collective agreements & tax compliance requirements.
• Calculate earnings such as retro pay, holiday pay, reimbursements from employees for overpayments, benefits, pensions, union dues, paid leaves, etc.
• Complete any related analysis and investigations.
• Provide coaching and training as required to junior staff.
• Complete required payroll testing and any subsequent documentation.
• Problem-solve to correct inaccurate payments and processing corrections.
• Provide support to employees, HRBPs, site managers and the business.
• Reconciliation and processing of 3rd party payments.
• Assist with special projects and any other duties as require.

What we’re looking for :

What Extendicare has to offer :

At Extendicare, we believe that working as a team creates an environment that allows us to reach our potential. We value each employee, encourage equal opportunity for growth and recognize achievement. As a valued member of our team, you can expect :