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Accounts Receivable Specialist
Robert Half
Cambridge, ON
- $65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Our client, an established manufacturing organization in Cambridge, is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their accounting team.
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General Accountant
Robert Half
London, ON
- $70,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
…Ontario. This position plays a key role in supporting day-to-day accounting operations across payables, receivables, and general ledger activities while helping maintain accurate financial…
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Insurance Advisor
Talent Acquisition Team at Westland Insurance. Text reply only.
Winnipeg, MB
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Insurance Advisor, Online Auto Services
Talent Acquisition Team at Westland Insurance. Text reply only.
Surrey, BC
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Financial Planner
TD
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
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Personal Banker Trainee - Laird & Canora (Full-time, 37.5h/week)
TD
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Billing Coordinator
Blackstone Industrial Services Inc
Sherwood Park, AB
- Full-time
Collaborate with Operations, Finance, and Sales to ensure billing accuracy.
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Investment Analyst Sr/Investment Officer, Legal and Policy Services
Minnesota Direct Care and Treatment
Saint-Paul, NB · St.-Paul, NB
- Full-time
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
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Bookkeeper
Robert Half
Hamilton, ON
- Full-time
…Hamilton, Ontario. In this role, you will support day-to-day accounting operations with a strong focus on payables, payroll accuracy, and timely financial recordkeeping. This opportunity is…
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Senior Treasury Analyst
Seaspan
North Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
Undergraduate degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related field of study is required.
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Personal Finance Advisor
Desjardins
Lorrainville, QC · Montreal, QC · Notre-Dame-du-Nord, QC · Témiscaming, QC · Caisse Desjardins du Témiscamingue
- Full-time
As a personal finance advisor, you’re responsible for developing and maintaining lasting and trusting business relationships with members and clients, to ensure they’re satisfied. Your role…
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Senior Payroll Specialist – Canada
Rippling
Toronto, ON
- $63,840 to $95,760 CAD / year
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Global Payroll Specialist – Canada
Rippling
Toronto, ON
- $54,000 to $81,000 CAD / year
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Gestionnaire, finance commerciale (approvisionnement) / Commercial Finance Manager, Supply Chain
Turning Point Brands Canada
Laval, QC
- Full-time
Gestionnaire, finance commerciale (approvisionnement)
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Payroll Administrator - Payroll
Capital Regional District
Victoria, BC
Thorough knowledge of accounting systems, policies and procedures.
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Senior Financial Advisor - Elliot Lake, ON
Scotiabank
Elliot Lake, ON
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Senior Financial Advisor - Downtown Halifax, Nova Scotia (Future Opportunities)
Scotiabank
Halifax, NS
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Financial Advisor- Speedvale & Stevenson, Guelph ON
Scotiabank
Guelph, ON
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Accounting Clerk 1 - Industrial
Graham
Fort Saskatchewan, AB
- Full-time
Graham is actively recruiting an Accounting Clerk to support our Industrial Group. Reporting to the Operations Finance Manager, this role provides accounting and transactional support for…
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Financial Analyst
Bento Inc.
Richmond Hill, ON
- $55,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business, Economics, or a related field.
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Senior Financial Advisor (Chemainus Branch)
First West
Chemainus, BC
Mutual Funds License required
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Senior Portfolio Manager
BMO
Halifax, NS · Nova_Ctr
- Full-time
Bachelor’s degree required; Business Administration, Finance and Accounting preferred. Any other related discipline or commensurate work experience considered.
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Payroll Tax Specialist
Cast & Crew
Burnaby, BC · BC · ON · British Columbia-Local
- Full-time
Must have a thorough understanding of tax and withholding deposit requirements
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Claims Examiner
Optimum General Insurance
North Bay, ON
- $60,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Hybrid work model (3 days in office)
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Finance Manager
People First HR Services
Winnipeg, MB
- $70,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.

Sun Life

Payroll Specialist

Toronto, ON, Canada
Waterloo, ON, Canada
Sun Life Waterloo King, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Experience: Minimum of 2+ years HR, Payroll or Accounting experience
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 29, 2026

Original job description

You are as unique as your background, experience and point of view. Here, you’ll be encouraged, empowered and challenged to be your best self. You'll work with dynamic colleagues - experts in their fields - who are eager to share their knowledge with you. Your leaders will inspire and help you reach your potential and soar to new heights. Every day, you'll have new and exciting opportunities to make life brighter for our Clients - who are at the heart of everything we do.

At Sun Life, we're driven by our Purpose: helping our Clients achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. Our values shape how we work: caring, authentic, bold, inspiring, and impactful.

When you join Sun Life, you'll work with passionate colleagues and empowering leaders who support your growth and celebrate your contributions, so you can make a meaningful difference in our Clients' lives.

Discover how you can make a difference in the lives of individuals, families and communities around the world.

Job Description:

** This is a 15 Month Contract Opportunity **

Reporting to the Senior Payroll Manager, Payroll Operations, the Payroll Specialist will be responsible to process biweekly payroll for 7,000+ US employees. This is a 15-month contract position responsible for the accurate and timely processing of payroll, tax and benefit processing while adhering to the local policies, regulations, and compliance requirements within their mandate. The Payroll Specialist will actively participate in the process improvement, month end and year end processes. This position will also be accountable for assisting in all payroll-related audits, and payroll related inquiries.

What will you do?

Process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll processing for 7,000+ US employees ensuring that salaries, bonuses, overtime, deductions, and other adjustments are accurately calculated and paid on time
Reconcile payroll data against company records to ensure accuracy and completeness

Ensure payroll processing adheres to relevant federal, state, and local tax regulations, including tax calculations, benefit deductions, and statutory filings

Maintain database of personnel information and accurate payroll records

Prepare US year-end employee tax slips or forms and submission of government filings within established deadlines

Support all internal and external payroll related reporting requests

Participate in all internal and external audits

Handle payroll inquiries

Perform other duties as required in support of Company objectives

What do you need to succeed?

Effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills

Working knowledge of US Payroll processes and taxation; knowledge of ADP GlobalView and Workday would be an asset

Experience in payroll accounting (general ledger entries, reconciliations, etc.)

Able to work in a fast-paced, high volume setting in our growing company

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources or related field

Payroll designation or another formal payroll training would be an asset

Minimum of 2+ years HR, Payroll or Accounting experience

What’s in it for you?

We’re proud to be recognized as a company with a 2026 Most Trusted Executive team by Great Place to Work® Canada
Access to short-term assignments or ‘Gigs’ across the organization, to help you develop new skills and connections
A collaborative and interactive team environment
Charitable giving through our You Give, We Give program lets you give back to your community – and in many cases, we’ll match your contributions
Care Days available for self-care or care of others (i.e., family or others you may support) and Sick Days to support your well-being

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The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted. It may vary depending on the work location of the successful candidate or other factors. In addition to Base Pay, eligible Sun Life employees participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance. Certain sales focused roles have sales incentive plans based on individual or group sales results.

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Salary Range:

52,500/52 500 - 81,500/81 500

Job Category:

Human Resources

Posting End Date:

08/11/2026

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Responsibilities

The Payroll Specialist will process end-to-end bi-weekly payroll for over 7,000 US employees, ensuring accurate calculations and adherence to tax regulations. They will also participate in month-end and year-end processes, assist with payroll audits, and handle payroll-related inquiries.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field, along with at least 2 years of experience in HR, payroll, or accounting. A working knowledge of US payroll processes and taxation is required, with proficiency in ADP GlobalView or Workday considered an asset.

Skills

Payroll processing
US payroll
Taxation
Payroll accounting
General ledger
Reconciliations
ADP GlobalView
Workday
Data entry
Compliance
Reporting
Communication skills
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills

Benefits

Charitable giving program
Care days
Sick days
Incentive plans

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Payroll Specialist
US Payroll
ADP GlobalView
Workday
Payroll Operations
Tax Regulations
General Ledger
Reconciliation
Compliance
Year-end processing
Month-end processing
Human Resources
Accounting
Bi-weekly payroll
Audits
Reporting
Hybrid work
Financial security

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