Payroll Analyst

Location: St. Catharines

We are a private, non-profit organization committed to providing top-quality accommodations and care to senior citizens. We offer a variety of living arrangements to fit the needs of our residents including, long-term care, supportive housing apartments, and wellness suites. We also have a strong mandate to meet their social, physical, health and spiritual needs.

We pride ourselves on our ability to really live our Mission of Excellence, Love and Dignity, both with residents and staff. We provide a work environment where teamwork, staff involvement and personal development are essential for success. Our staff, leadership, and Board are progressive thinkers and supportive of each other. We offer competitive benefits, excellent challenges, and opportunities.

Mission Statement:
To provide with excellence, love, and dignity a full continuum of housing and services to senior citizens. We serve seniors who wish to live in a community of Christian faith.

Job Posting # 3483
Radiant Care Tabor / Pleasant Manor
Payroll Analyst
Permanent Full-Time

Job Description
Position Summary
Reporting to the Payroll Manager, the Payroll Analyst is responsible for supporting the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial and payroll-related records. The role has a strong focus on accounting analysis, reconciliations, financial reporting, internal controls, and audit activities, while also supporting the accurate and timely processing of payroll.

The Payroll Analyst works collaboratively with Payroll, Human Resources, and Finance to analyze financial information, identify and resolve discrepancies, perform account and transaction reconciliations, support month-end and year-end processes, and ensure compliance with organizational policies, legislative requirements, and reporting obligations. The position also contributes to process improvements that strengthen financial controls, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria
This posting has been posted on the bulletin boards and website of Radiant Care homes as well as on Indeed.

Qualifications and Skills Required
Postsecondary education in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field, preferably at the college level.

1–3 years of experience working in accounting, financial analysis, auditing, or payroll accounting.

Experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, financial analysis, and audit processes.

Knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting practices, and internal controls.

Experience reviewing financial transactions and supporting compliance and audit activities.

Advanced knowledge and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

Working knowledge of Avanti is an asset.

Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) designation is considered an asset.

Membership in the National Payroll Institute (NPI) in good standing is preferred.

Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and demonstrated ability to maintain accuracy when working with high volumes of financial transactions.

Proven ability to meet deadlines, prioritize workload, and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.

Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professional conduct.

Current (within 6 months) Vulnerable Sector Check.

Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Sensitivity to the unique ethnic and faith community.

Key Responsibilities
Perform payroll account reconciliations and financial reviews to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of financial records.

Prepare, review, and analyze payroll journal…