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Payroll Specialist - 3 Month Contract (Closed)

ARE YOU LOOKING TO UTILIZE YOUR EXPERIENCE FOR AN EXCITING CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY AS A PAYROLL SPECIALIST? Our client is looking for a dynamic professional to join their team for a 3 month contract..

Payroll Specialist - 3 Month Contract

About the Opportunity

• Prepares and processes bi-weekly pay for employees, union and non-union, using the in-house payroll system
• Ensures payroll compliance with established financial, legal and/or administrative requirements
• Participates in the implementation of system changes as required as a result of legislative amendments or updates, pension plan or Collective Agreement changes, and corporate initiatives
• Reconciles and prepares timely remittances (includes union dues, WSIB, EHT, pension, donations etc.) on a monthly basis
• Records and processes garnishments/wage orders when required ensuring timely payment to specific agencies
• Ensures accurate remittances of all statutory deductions
• Processes terminations, including issuing Record of Employments, vacation pay and all other related activities
• Collaborates with the HR department to ensure pay and personnel records are accurate
• Processes and reconciles year-end payroll reports and T4/T4A slips and prepares necessary audit documentation
• Establishes yearly payroll processing schedules
• Provides information for inquiries and payroll-related services as required
• Assists with the preparation of internal reports and quarterly reports as required
• Keeps up to date with relevant legislation changes and trends

About You

• Minimum of 5 years of related experience within a large to mid-size computerized payroll environment
• Completion of a Post-Secondary education
• The Canadian Payroll Association PCP designation is preferred
• Proficiency using an ERP system to process payroll, Microsoft Dynamics NAV and Serenic payroll preferred
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills
• Strong Payroll, Accounting skills, mainly in General Ledger reconciliation process
• Demonstrated knowledge of Payroll/HR fundamentals including legislative and amendments to same
• Exceptional organizational, planning and time management skills, including the ability to multitask, be flexible and move from one priority to another while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the organization
• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to deal with highly confidential information
• The successful candidate must provide an acceptable Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector Screening)
• Fluency in French is considered an asset

Pay Rate

$25 - $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 #23171.

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.

About Lannick

Lannick is the premier professional recruitment and staffing firm in the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1985, Lannick provides best-in-class finance, accounting and technology professionals at all roles and levels through its three divisions: Lannick Finance & Accounting, Pro Count Staffing and Lannick Technology. Lannick places more than 1,000 candidates annually and is a preferred vendor for Canada’s most successful organizations. Learn more at www.lannick.com.