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Payroll Administrator - 6 Month Contract (Closed)

About the Opportunity

• Ensures the timely and accurate preparation and processing of payroll and associated tasks
• Reviews and keys all payroll change forms, time sheets, and pay adjustments
• Prepares documentation associated with the remittances for CRA, WSIB, Employer Health Tax, OMERS Pension, Meridian, union dues and garnishees
• Responds to inquiries from HR regarding payroll
• Maintains current knowledge pertaining to benefits, the collective agreement, company policies and payroll legislation and applies changes/updates as required
• Calculates retro payments and pay adjustments for new hires and terminations
• Performs other duties as assigned

About You

• Canadian Payroll Association designation is preferred, or working towards completion
• Technical knowledge and competence in JD Edwards a strong asset
• Extensive knowledge of relevant payroll and benefits legislation including Canada Revenue Agency requirements, laws, regulations and guidelines as well as Employment Standards legislation
• Proficiency in interpreting policies, procedures, benefits and pension guidelines
• General knowledge of accounting as related to payroll, benefits and pension administration
• Proficiency with MS Office applications including a high level of competence in Excel
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a payroll and benefits administration role
• Experience dealing with confidential and sensitive information
• Experience in a unionized utility environment an asset
• High degree of tact, diplomacy and discretion in dealing with confidential, sensitive information
• Ability to follow established processes with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, while ensuring all deadlines are met
• Service-orientation and high degree of client focus with the ability to ensure cooperation from others while maintaining professional and respectful relationships at various levels of the organization
• Solid problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to provide practical and/or innovative solutions to complex technical issues
• Strong written and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical information in an organized and concise way
• Ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple projects and initiatives within established timelines  
• Ability to build and maintain collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Pay Rate

$28 - $30/hour

How to Apply

Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions to submit your resume. Please note that we only accept documents in MS Word or Rich Text formats. When referencing this job, quote #26293.

You must currently reside within the Greater Toronto Area and be permitted to work in Canada to be considered for this opportunity. A recruiter will be in touch with you if your profile meets our client’s requirements for this role.