Payroll Specialist

We are looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our team in Toronto, Ontario on a Long-term Contract basis. In this role, you will help manage day-to-day payroll operations while supporting accurate, timely processing for employees in the country and the United States. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, values precision, and can balance compliance requirements with responsive internal service.

Responsibilities:

• Process recurring payroll cycles for employees in the country and the U.S. with a strong focus on accuracy, deadlines, and regulatory compliance.

• Review and prepare payroll adjustments for wages, deductions, and other pay-related changes before submitting them for authorization.

• Update employee payroll records to reflect changes such as new banking details, tax information, employment status updates, terminations, and timesheet entries.

• Complete payroll support documents and production worksheets required to facilitate each payroll run.

• Generate and review audit reports, verifying payroll results and investigating discrepancies on payroll registers before finalization.

• Prepare Records of Employment and address inquiries from government agencies related to payroll and employee information.

• Track and maintain balances related to vacation, sick time, and other employee leave records in accordance with company policy.

• Monitor and respond to payroll-related questions from internal stakeholders and external contacts in a thorough and timely manner.

• Help ensure payroll practices align with applicable employment standards, tax legislation, and organizational policies while contributing to a safe and compliant workplace culture.