Payroll Administrator

Our client, a leading healthcare organization, is seeking a Payroll Administrator to join their team for a 6-month contract. This role will require you to be onsite in their Toronto office. 

 

Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for the administration and end-to-end processing of a biweekly Payroll using Lawson software ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with legislated requirements. 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain knowledge of current legislation, Collective Agreements, and database requirements pertaining to earnings and deductions
• Liaise with all internal and external partners for payroll and payroll liabilities to ensure payroll accuracy, payroll policies, and procedures
• Responsible for a wide range of payroll functions related to the employment of unionized and non-unionized hourly and salaried employees.
• Process payroll and manage the payroll Email inbox on a rotating basis
• Audit and analyze payroll reports, reconcile payroll information for T4 purposes and payroll liabilities for the general ledger
• Prepares third-party remittances and various payroll reports.
• Validates, reviews, and reconciles the hours from the timekeeping system to the final pay register.
• Process payout requests, adjustments, deductions, and garnishments as necessary
• Ensure that all payments, deductions, remittances, and dues are accurate, submitted on time, and are in accordance with Federal and Provincial legislation.
• Support a healthy workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable regulatory and legislative requirements

Qualifications:

• A University or College diploma/degree in finance or accounting is an asset.
• 3 - 5 years of payroll experience (in-house processing an asset)
• Strong Knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office applications

• Direct experience with Lawson payroll software is preferred
• Strong organizational skills, including effective time management
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment meeting tight deadlines
• Sensitivity to the needs of customers with a focus on service excellence

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.