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CGT

Payroll Specialist

52 Middleton Street, Cambridge, ON, N1S 2R4, Canada

$70,000 to $80,000 CAD / year · Full-time

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Pay: $70,000 to $80,000 CAD / year
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 8, 2026

Original job description

Payroll Specialist

Department: Human Resources

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Cambridge

Reporting To: Director, Human Resources & Labour Relations

Compensation: CA$70,000 - CA$80,000 / year

Description

We are seeking an experienced Payroll Specialist to join our Human Resources team. Reporting to the Director, Human Resources & Labour Relations, the Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll for approximately 380 union and non-union employees.

This position manages the full payroll cycle, including weekly payroll for hourly employees and semi-monthly payroll for salaried employees. The successful candidate will be responsible for payroll processing, timekeeping, payroll reconciliations, remittances, year-end reporting, employee inquiries, and payroll-related compliance requirements.

The ideal candidate is an experienced payroll professional who can independently manage complex union and non-union payroll. This individual is highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Principal Accountabilities

Process and administer weekly hourly and semi-monthly salaried payroll for approximately 380 employees.
Maintain accurate employee payroll records and ensure payroll information is complete, current, and processed in accordance with established deadlines.
Review and process employee timekeeping information, including timecard corrections, attendance adjustments, overtime, premiums, and other payroll-related changes.
Apply applicable provisions of the collective agreement as they relate to payroll, including wages, overtime, premiums, vacation, statutory holidays, union dues, and other employee entitlements.
Verify gross and net pay, deductions, benefits, pension contributions, union dues, garnishments, taxes, and other payroll adjustments.
Prepare and process employee payments through electronic funds transfer.
Ensure payroll deductions and remittances are accurately calculated, processed, and submitted within required deadlines.
Prepare and balance payroll reports, month-end and year-end activities.
Complete year-end payroll requirements, including T4s and related reporting and reconciliations.
Respond to payroll inquiries from employees, managers, and other departments and provide guidance on payroll-related matters.
Support payroll audits, CRA inquiries, and other payroll compliance requirements.
Prepare payroll reports, statistical information, statements, and summaries as required.
Maintain confidentiality and safeguard sensitive employee and payroll information.
Identify and resolve payroll discrepancies and issues in a timely manner.
Work closely with the Operations team and other departments to ensure accurate and timely payroll information.
Maintain current knowledge of applicable payroll legislation, regulations, and best practices.
Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience & Education:

Post-secondary diploma or certificate in Payroll Administration, Accounting, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
Minimum five (5) years of progressive payroll experience, preferably in a medium to large, unionized manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated experience independently processing payroll for both hourly and salary employees.
Experience administering payroll in a union environment, including applying collective agreement provisions as they relate to payroll.
Strong hands-on experience with Ceridian Dayforce Payroll preferred.
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation is considered an asset.
Strong knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, including federal/provincial employment standards, statutory deductions, CRA requirements, and year-end reporting.
Experience with payroll reconciliations, remittances, T4s, ROEs, and payroll reporting.
Strong Excel and general computer skills.
Strong attention to detail and demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy.
Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with employees, managers, and other departments.
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling sensitive payroll information.

Working Environment:

Primarily an office-based position within a manufacturing environment.
Regular full-time work schedule with occasional additional hours to accommodate payroll deadlines or business priorities.
Generally, requires low physical demands.
A collaborative Human Resources team.

Benefits of working at CGT

Opportunity to be a key role in the payroll function of an established manufacturing organization.
Professional environment with opportunities to apply and further develop payroll expertise.
Salary commensurate with the candidate’s experience, qualifications, and demonstrated knowledge
Comprehensive health benefits including - health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage for you and your dependent family
RRSP matching program
Employee and Family Assistance Program
Safety shoe and safety eyewear program
Professional development opportunities
Privately owned Canadian business
Friendly, knowledgeable staff with high tenure and experience
150+ year history
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Responsibilities

The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of payroll for approximately 380 union and non-union employees. This includes managing the full payroll cycle, processing timekeeping, handling remittances, and ensuring compliance with payroll legislation and collective agreements.

Requirements

Candidates must have a post-secondary diploma or certificate in a relevant field and a minimum of five years of progressive payroll experience. Proficiency in Canadian payroll legislation, payroll software, and the ability to manage complex unionized payroll environments are essential.

Skills

Payroll processing
Timekeeping
Payroll reconciliation
Remittances
Year-end reporting
Ceridian Dayforce
Canadian payroll legislation
Statutory deductions
T4 preparation
ROE preparation
Excel
Analytical skills
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Confidentiality

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability coverage
RRSP matching program
Employee and family assistance program
Safety shoe program
Safety eyewear program
Professional development opportunities

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Keywords

Payroll Specialist
Human Resources
Manufacturing
Unionized environment
Ceridian Dayforce
Payroll administration
CRA
T4
ROE
Collective agreement
Statutory deductions
Pension contributions
Electronic funds transfer
Payroll compliance
Timekeeping
Excel
PCP
CPM
Payroll reconciliation
Employment standards

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