Description

Our client is hiring a detail-oriented Payroll Coordinator for a 12-month contract role supporting payroll operations across Canada and the U.S. This opportunity is ideal for a payroll professional with experience in full-cycle payroll processing, ADP Workforce Now, PowerPay, payroll compliance, benefits administration, payroll reporting, and multi-jurisdictional payroll in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support full-cycle payroll processing for employees in Canada and the U.S., including new hires, terminations, employee updates, pay changes, and leave administration.
  • Process and validate payroll data using ADP Workforce Now and PowerPay to ensure payroll accuracy, data integrity, and compliance with payroll legislation.
  • Assist with year-end payroll activities, including T4s, T2200s, W-2s, 1099s, 1095s, and statutory requirements such as WSIB and Employer Health Tax (EHT).
  • Administer employee benefits across Canada and the U.S., including enrollments, deductions, taxable benefits, remittances, and plans such as HSA, 401(k), and RRSP.
  • Maintain accurate payroll records, reconcile payroll data, update benefit deductions, and support internal audits and payroll compliance reviews.
  • Prepare payroll-related journal entries, assist with payroll reporting, and support finance and HR teams with payroll analysis and documentation.
  • Respond to payroll and employee inquiries professionally while maintaining confidentiality, accuracy, and a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of payroll experience, including hands-on experience with both Canadian payroll and S. payroll.
  • Proven experience with ADP Workforce Now and PowerPay; experience with SuccessFactors is considered an asset.
  • Familiarity with payroll, HRIS, and timekeeping systems such as UKG, ADP, and SuccessFactors.
  • Strong knowledge of payroll legislation, payroll tax requirements, year-end processing, and cross-border payroll compliance.
  • Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and payroll data analysis.
  • Excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a deadline-driven environment.
  • Degree or diploma in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a related field is preferred.