Job Title: Payroll Analyst
Location: Cambridge Head Office
Job Type: Full Time Permanent
This role has the opportunity for a hybrid workplace arrangement if so desired.
Southbridge is the owner and operator of long-term care homes and retirement communities in Ontario. Southbridge’s mission is to operate a best-in-class portfolio of care homes and retirement communities that consistently deliver excellence in care and services in an economically sustainable manner.
Southbridge Health Care LP (Southbridge) is currently recruiting for a talented Payroll Analyst to join our amazing corporate finance team. Located at the head office in Cambridge, ON you will be Reporting to the Payroll Manager with a dotted line to the Controller. The Payroll Analyst will assist in the implementation of Dayforce and Managed Payroll. Once through the implementation, the Payroll Analyst will work closely with the office managers at the homes, and the operations finance team to ensure accuracy and integrity of payroll data.
Key Responsibilities:
- · Assist in the payroll function across a portfolio of homes via Ceridian Managed Payroll
- · Assist in training, guiding, and mentoring home staff on payroll processes (onboarding, processing, discrepancies, etc.)
- · Work on implementation of new payroll software, working with implementation team to test data for integrity and accuracy, and assist with roll out to homes
- · Work closely with home staff to ensure accuracy, and assist in resolving issues
- · Assist year end audit procedures as they relate to Payroll
- · Assist year end processes for tax reporting (T4s), and discrepancies (PIER)
- · Work with the finance team on government reporting and manage all remittances (e.g. EHT, garnishment, etc.)
- · Assist head office in reconciliation of payroll, working closely with the finance team to resolve any issues
- · Work with management to develop and oversee the termination policy and procedure
- · Able to stay current on Ontario payroll legislation (as well as specific requirements related to Long Term Care)
- · Maintain client roles with the third party to ensure privacy and prevent fraud
- · Manage document retention, ensuring policy is met
- · Communicate with third party payroll provider for all relevant payroll tax matters
- · Ad hoc reporting, as required
Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of full cycle payroll experience required.
- Completion of PCP Designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) or enrollment in program is preferred.
- Ceridian Dayforce Knowledge or Implementation experience an asset.
- Current knowledge of payroll laws and regulations.
- Experience with Ceridian Dayforce Managed Payroll or any managed payroll experience is considered an asset.
- Proficient in payroll software (e.g. Dayforce, Kronos, ADP) and Microsoft Office Suite including Excel.
- An analytical mind and good math skills.
- Outstanding communication skills (written and oral), able to interact tactfully and professionally with a wide range on internal and external stakeholders, including Mangers.
- BSc/BA in Business Administration, Accounting, Human Resources or related field; professional certification (e.g. CPP, CPM, PCP) is a plus.
- Flexibility to work at peak times if demands are present e.g. Year End
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups.
- Familiar is CBA (collective bargaining agreements) is considered an asset.
- Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- This role has the opportunity for a hybrid workplace arrangement if so desired.
- Opportunities for professional development and growth.
- A supportive and collaborative team and work environment.
We would like to thank all applicants for your interest in working as part of our team! Only those applicants selected to move forward in the recruitment process will be contacted.
Southbridge welcomes those applicants with disability related needs and those whom a need for accommodation in the recruitment process. Please provide notice of your need for accommodation to the hiring manager upon scheduling of an interview.
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