Job Description: Payroll Administrator (12-Month Contract)
Location: Montreal, QC or Ottawa, ON
Duration: Fixed Term - 12 Months
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Payroll Administrator to support our in-house payroll operations. This role will focus on bi-weekly Canadian payroll processing, ensuring accuracy, compliance with laws, and providing exceptional support to employees and internal stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Process in-house bi-weekly Canadian payroll, including tasks such as final pay processing, retroactive payments, and tax balancing.
- Prepare and issue year-end documentation, including T4s and RL1s.
- Manage payroll adjustments, including overpayment collections, benefits balancing, deduction setup, and arrears.
- Respond promptly and effectively to payroll inquiries from employees and internal business units, delivering exceptional customer service.
- Maintain accurate and organized backup documentation for audit purposes.
- Support additional duties and special projects as assigned.
Qualifications and Experience
- Proven expertise in Canadian payroll calculations and compliance with payroll laws.
- Demonstrated ability to manage in-house payroll processing with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proven capability to resolve payroll inquiries quickly and effectively.
- Strong adaptability to new systems and computer software.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
- Experience in calculating gross-to-net paychecks.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Commitment to delivering outstanding customer service.
Desired Skills and Experience
- Current or prior Certified Payroll Professional (CPP) or Fundamental Payroll Certification (FPC) credentials.
- Experience with PeopleSoft Payroll Platform.
- A minimum of 5 years of payroll administration experience.
Working Conditions
This position offers the flexibility to work remotely, though candidates based in Montreal, QC or Ottawa, ON are preferred.
Why Join Us?
This role provides an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and supportive team, ensuring payroll accuracy and compliance for employees across Canada. If you are a detail-oriented payroll professional with a passion for providing exceptional service, we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience to fernanda.kisgerotz@morsoncanada.com
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: From $30.00 per hour
Schedule:
Experience:
- PeopleSoft Payroll Platform: 5 years (required)
- Canadian experience Payroll: 5 years (required)
Language:
Licence/Certification:
Location:
Work Location: Remote
Application deadline: 2024-12-30
