JOB INFORMATION
Requisition ID: 9972
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Employee Services and Systems (20000034) - Payroll Services (30000057)
Salary Information: $91,618.80 - $114,532.60
Pay Scale Group: 9SA
Employment Type: Temporary to approximately December 27, 2025
Weekly Hours: 35 Off Days: Saturday and Sunday Shift: Day
Posted On: September 5, 2024
Last Day to Apply: September 11, 2024
Reports to: Manager - Payroll Processing & Compliance
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is North America's third largest transit system and has been recognized as one of the top places to work in the GTA. Guided by a forward-thinking strategic plan, the TTC's vision is to be a transit system that makes Toronto proud. The TTC's recruitment efforts are directly aligned to its mission of providing "a reliable, efficient, and integrated bus, streetcar and subway system that draws its high standards of customer care from our rich traditions of safety, service and courtesy."
Come join our team and apply for the Payroll Specialist position! Our Payroll Specialist operates as the subject matter expert regarding payroll administration and current payroll best practices, bringing forth recommendations for process improvements and creating efficiencies.
Responsible for performing a variety of complex tasks in relation to the processing of weekly, bi-weekly and monthly payrolls for the TTC. This includes performing in-depth analysis, control and accounting functions to ensure accurate payroll distribution. Review and balance associated payroll accounts, submit year end statements as required. Responsible for balancing annual T4/T4A and adjustments to the annual PIER report, ensuring employees’ T4/T4A and government remittance accounts are accurate. Prepare and submit remittance to CRA and Ontario Health Tax. Processes off-cycle payroll runs when required. Review and submit ROE after each pay processing cycle. Ensures compliance with Collective Bargaining Agreements, internal policies, Provincial Legislation (Employment Standards Act) and Federal Legislation (Canada Labour Code) using various SAP standard and customized reports. Ensures accurate Time and Payroll calculations for each union and non-union groups, having a good understanding of applicable CBA regulations. Performs monthly Statistics Canada Reporting. Imports and validates time data entries to SAP Payroll for the payroll processing using reports.
Liaises with TTC Employee Relations, CPA, CRA and Service Canada representatives to ensure compliance with various policies and tax laws. Ensures all government remittances are reconciled on a regular basis, handles all enquiries from CRA and other government tax offices, and investigates any discrepancies.
Assists Manager – Payroll Processing & Compliance with various payroll related audits and year end reporting. Prepares journal entries in S/4 HANA for required out of system adjustments. Perform Users Acceptance Testing for changes required in SAP Payroll.
The incumbent will demonstrates behaviors that support diversity, inclusion, and a respectful work and service environment that is free from discrimination and harassment and helps to remove barriers and accommodate employees and customers (within their area of responsibility) in accordance with TTC’s commitments and obligations under the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and Related Orders, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), and TTC’s policies. The candidate participates in the TTC Customer Service Ambassador Program.
- Use office technology, software and applications
- Apply accounting principles and practices
- Apply analytical skills
- Demonstrate knowledge of the industry and / or sector
- Gather information and conduct research
- Perform relevant mathematical calculations and statistical analyses
- Train and instruct individuals and / or groups
- Understand and apply relevant laws and regulations
- Understand and apply administrative policies, processes, and procedures
- Strong report writing ability
- Completion of a Degree/Diploma in a related field (Accounting, Finance), or the equivalent in work experience, combined with several years of relevant senior payroll/office administration experience, and payroll accounting experience
- Proficiency in the use of MS Office, including intermediate to advanced level Excel skills
- Strong understanding of SAP Payroll, Workforce, S/4 HANA
- Experience working within a Payroll environment
- Solid background working with Payroll Systems and Time & Attendance Systems
- Solid understanding of Year End processes in payroll
- Working knowledge of Employment Standards in the province of Ontario.
- Demonstrated experience with mainframe systems (PPS, NROE, OARS, RABS, AMS) and SAP modules.
- Commitment to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture that promotes a sense of belonging and represents and reflects the needs of the communities we serve.
- A flexible, hybrid work approach that allows colleagues to find balance between their professional and personal lives and making the most of the benefits of working remotely and purpose-driven in-person collaboration opportunities.
- One of the great benefits of being a full-time TTC employee is becoming a member of TTC defined pension plan.
- A comprehensive package that covers health, dental, vision and more.
- Support for professional development opportunities for all colleagues through a broad range of learning programs that include in-person and online training, leadership development, and support for colleagues’ well-being.
Commitment to EDI
The TTC is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, anti-racism and inclusion in the delivery of its services and in its workplaces. The TTC is committed to fostering a diverse workforce that is representative of the communities it serves at all levels of the organization, and supports an inclusive environment where diverse employee and community perspectives and experiences bring value to the organization. The TTC encourages applications from all applicants, including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity, including but not limited to, Indigenous, Black and racialized groups, people with disabilities, women and people from the LGBTQIA+ community. The TTC values and supports an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process. Accommodations for applicants are available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process, including for those who identify as having a disability. Please contact Talent Management at (416) 393-4570. Any information received related to an accommodation will be addressed confidentially.
The TTC’s policy prohibits relatives of current TTC employees from being hired, assigned, transferred or promoted into positions, where there is a conflict of interest due to a relationship. Should you be selected for an interview, you will be required to disclose the name, relationship and position of any relative who is a current TTC employee.
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
