Senior Payroll Specialist

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. Process bi-weekly payroll in ADP Workforce Now for Canadian employees, including timecard review, off-cycle calculations, deductions, taxable benefits, and paid leave .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeRemote • CanadaSenior💰 CA$95,000 - CA$105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Canadian payroll processing, compliance with federal and provincial legislation, and proficiency in ADP Workforce Now and NetSuite. Strong capabilities in managing payroll-related inquiries, reporting, and process improvements while maintaining confidentiality and accuracy.

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Canadian Payroll ExperienceADP Workforce NowPayroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)Advanced Excel SkillsFull-Cycle Payroll Processing

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Hard Skills

Payroll ProcessingTimecard ReviewTaxable Benefits ManagementPayroll Journal EntriesYear-End Payroll TransactionsGL ReconciliationsPayroll Controls MaintenanceProcess ImprovementsMulti-State Tax RegistrationWorkers’ Compensation Reporting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsMultitasking Ability

Tools & Technologies

ADP Workforce NowNetSuiteGoogle Workspace

Certifications & Qualifications

Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP)Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP)Certified Payroll Manager (CPM)

Industry Keywords

Payroll Legislation ComplianceCRA RequirementsEmployee Time-Off PoliciesBenefit-Related DeductionsEmployer Health Tax Filings

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process bi-weekly payroll in ADP Workforce Now for Canadian employees, including timecard review, off-cycle calculations, deductions, taxable benefits, and paid leave
Ensure compliance with federal and provincial payroll legislation, employment standards, and CRA requirements
Respond to employee and manager payroll inquiries
Prepare reporting to fund benefit-related deductions, including RRSP, HSA, and tax entities
Maintain and create employee time-off policies in the timekeeping system
Create payroll journal entries in NetSuite, including regular payroll, month-end, and other adjustments
Handle year-end payroll transactions, including T4s, T4As, amendments, and federal and provincial filings
Meet deadlines across multiple concurrent projects
Own payroll liability and GL reconciliations and resolve variances before month-end close
Maintain and test payroll controls and support external audits
Identify and lead process improvements and automation in ADP and NetSuite
Act as the technical resource for multi-state tax registration, garnishments, ROEs, and CPP/EI corrections
Manage provincial workers’ compensation reporting and payments and employer health tax filings

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field or equivalent experience
5+ years of Canadian payroll experience, including full-cycle processing and year-end
Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP), Payroll Leadership Professional (PLP), or Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation preferred
Experience with ADP Workforce Now
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to maintain confidential and highly sensitive information
Advanced Excel and Google Workspace skills
Ability to multitask on multiple projects
US payroll exposure and project management experience are a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible PTO
Competitive pay
RRSP/401k match
Premium benefits package with customizable coverage, paramedical services, and HSA
Fullscript discounts on wellness products
Continuous learning opportunities, training budgets, and company-wide initiatives
Hybrid and remote work flexibility
Equal opportunity employer with accommodations available upon request