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Payroll Specialist (PeopleSoft)
SE Health
Markham, ON
- Contract
Location: This role requires to work onsite (Markham, ON) up to 4 days per week during testing and key implementation activities
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Payroll Specialist
Marberg Staffing
Toronto, ON
- $44.81 to $66.04 CAD / hour
- Temporary
Payroll Implementation Consultant for provincial government agency client, North York.
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Payroll Specialist
GS1 Canada
Toronto, Ontario
- $65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Other
Reporting to the Payroll Lead and operating within the Finance team, the Payroll Specialist provides operational and administrative support for the end-to-end payroll function. This role is…
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Payroll Administrator & Systems Support
Owens Corning
Toronto, ON
The Payroll Administrator & Systems Support is the Toronto plant’s primary resource for payroll and timekeeping administration, and the on-site coordination point for IT services.
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Payroll Specialist
BGIS
Markham, Ontario
- $63,397 to $79,246 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Payroll Specialist is responsible for the timely processing of payroll for both union and non-union team members.

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GS1 Canada

Payroll Specialist

Toronto, ON, Canada
1500 Don Mills Rd., North York, ON, M3B 3K4, Canada

$65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year

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Job details

Pay: $65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
Experience: 3-5 years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a mid-sized organization.
Posting language: English
Posted: Jul 15, 2026

Original job description

Payroll Specialist

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent

Location: Toronto, ON

Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 / year

Description

Position Summary

Reporting to the Payroll Lead and operating within the Finance team, the Payroll Specialist provides operational and administrative support for the end-to-end payroll function. This role is responsible for assisting with payroll processing, employee data administration, reconciliations, compliance activities, and reporting, while also serving as a key backup resource to ensure business continuity and strengthen internal controls.

The Payroll Specialist works collaboratively with Human Resources, Finance, and employees to support accurate, timely, and compliant payroll operations while contributing to process improvements and enhanced payroll governance.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll Processing Support

Support the preparation and processing of semi-monthly payroll for GS1 employees.
Review payroll input data including new hires, terminations, salary changes, benefits updates, RRSP deductions, taxable benefits, and other payroll adjustments.
Validate payroll reports and identify discrepancies, variances, or unusual transactions for review.
Assist with payroll balancing activities and post-payroll reconciliations.
Support off-cycle payroll runs, retroactive adjustments, and special payments as required.

Payroll Administration & Employee Support

Maintain and update employee payroll records within payroll and HR systems.
Respond to employee payroll inquiries in a timely and professional manner.
Support administration of employee deductions, garnishments, benefits, pension/RRSP contributions, and taxable benefits.
Assist with preparation and distribution of payroll-related documentation including Records of Employment (ROEs), T4s, T2200s and employment letters.

Compliance & Controls

Support payroll compliance with applicable federal and provincial legislation, CRA requirements, and internal policies.
Assist with payroll remittances, reconciliations, and year-end activities.
Maintain payroll documentation and audit support files.
Participate in payroll process reviews and internal control enhancement initiatives.
Ensure confidentiality and appropriate handling of sensitive employee information.

Reporting & Analysis

Prepare recurring and ad hoc payroll reports for Finance, HR, and management.
Support payroll-related reconciliations to the general ledger.
Assist in identifying trends, anomalies, and opportunities for process improvement.

Business Continuity, Process Improvement & Transformation

Act as backup support for payroll processing activities during absences or peak periods
Assist in documenting payroll procedures and maintaining process documentation.
Support payroll system enhancements, testing, and implementation activities.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, accuracy, and employee experience.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Diploma or degree in Payroll, Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or related field.
PCP designation (Payroll Compliance Practitioner) or working toward designation is preferre
3-5 years of payroll administration experience, preferably in a mid-sized organization.
Experience with payroll systems such as ADP, Ceridian, Workday, or similar platforms
Strong understanding of payroll legislation, CRA regulations, and payroll best practices.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial reconciliation processes.
Experience supporting payroll audits and year-end activities is an asset.

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Responsibilities

The Payroll Specialist provides operational and administrative support for end-to-end payroll processing, including data validation and reconciliations. The role also ensures compliance with federal and provincial legislation while serving as a key backup for business continuity.

Requirements

Candidates should have 3-5 years of payroll administration experience and a diploma or degree in a related field. A PCP designation and proficiency with payroll platforms like ADP or Workday are preferred.

Skills

Payroll Processing
Employee Data Administration
Financial Reconciliation
Payroll Compliance
Reporting & Analysis
ADP
Ceridian
Workday
Microsoft Excel
CRA Regulations
Payroll Auditing
General Ledger Reconciliation

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Keywords

Payroll
Finance
PCP Designation
CRA
ADP
Ceridian
Workday
T4
ROE
T2200
RRSP
Garnishments
General Ledger
Payroll Audit
Compliance
Microsoft Excel

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