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Payroll and Accounting Specialist - 8-9 Month Contract (Closed)

Job Highlights

                            
                            City
                            Toronto

                        
                        Type
                        Temporary

                        
                        Hourly Rate
                        $21

About the Opportunity

Provide support and back up to payroll specialist with preparing timecard entries in HPL (e.g. overtime, retro, statutory holiday pay for hourly employees, severance pay, commission/incentive pay etc.)
Review and audit semi-monthly inter-phase of pension and benefits for submission to insurance company
Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay and benefits and maintains a record of inquiries, complaints and resolutions
Prepare Payroll journal entries on pay period basis for posting to finance system
Prepare month-end Payroll balance sheet and expense account reconciliations for review with Finance Director
Complete Payroll headcount report reflecting changes for the month for submission to Finance department
Calculate monthly variable compensation payout using source data received from operations.
Support new HRIS system implementation with configuration and testing

About You

Certified Payroll Administrator designation is an asset (CPA); Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation is an asset
Post-secondary degree/diploma in business administration/payroll program
3 to 5 years’ payroll experience in a complex payroll environment
Advanced proficiency with payroll programs; experience with Ultipro HRIS and Ceridian HPL are assets
Strong Microsoft Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables are a must)
In depth knowledge of Ontario Employment Standards and other applicable legislation
Ability to handle confidential information and has strong communication skills
Experience in problem solving, analytical thinking, prioritization of tasks, working under pressure with tight deadlines, and strong attention to detail
Experience with General Ledger accounting and payroll journal entries

Pay Rate

$21 - $24/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 #24314.

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.