Payroll Administrator

Overview

Join to apply for the Payroll Administrator role at The Law Office Management Association (TLOMA) — Blakes, one of Canada’s largest law firms, has an immediate opening in the Toronto office within the Finance department. The Payroll Administrator will assist with payroll preparation and review, and help ensure the integrity of the payroll system on a global level. Reporting to the Payroll Manager, this role supports the firm’s payroll operations.

• Assist with the preparation and review of firm payrolls using UKG Kronos (formerly Ultimate Software), applying knowledge of multi-provincial labour standards
• Verify the integrity of payroll input and output against various reports
• Run imports into payroll software and balance payroll data
• Enter payroll-related information into UKG (direct deposits and exception pay details)
• Assist with processing U.K. and U.S. payrolls for staff on a bi-weekly and monthly basis
• Finalize payroll processes after balancing and loading direct deposits
• Issue and verify manual cheques when required
• Prepare Canada Revenue Agency payments
• Reconcile and remit payments for EHT monthly
• Complete Records of Employment
• Prepare reports for client charges
• Complete monthly journal entries
• Respond to employee inquiries
• Assist with annual compensation
• Assist with pension and RRSP contributions
• Calculate termination/severance payments as required, in respect of legislative requirements

Education/

Experience:

• Diploma in payroll, accounting, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of three years of payroll experience required; legal institution experience would be an asset
• CPP designation from the National Payroll Institute (formerly CPA Canada Payroll) or in the process of being obtained is preferred

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail in a high-volume, deadline-driven environment
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task and respond to ad hoc questions while meeting deadlines
• Maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion in interactions
• Work independently and collaboratively with internal clients
• Strong computer skills in MS Windows, Excel, and Word
• Ability to handle complex problems and sensitive issues across all offices (e.g., new hire/termination requirements, special payments, and staff pay discussions)
• Willingness to research issues such as pay adjustments, pension contributions, and taxable benefits

To apply for this position, please submit your application along with a cover letter and résumé directly to our application portal. Blakes thanks all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Blakes is committed to an inclusive workplace culture and values diversity. The Firm provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process in accordance with applicable laws. Please contact us to request accommodation. No agencies or recruiters please.