Global Payroll Specialist

Summary

Join G-P, a leading SaaS-based Global Growth Platform™, as a Senior Payroll Specialist and oversee all Canada payroll matters. Ensure accurate and timely semi-monthly processing, reconciliation, and reporting, adhering to best practices and compliance. Serve as the Canada payroll subject matter expert, supporting implementation projects and process improvements. Review and advise on payroll initiatives, including vendor system configuration and general ledger reporting. Audit payroll tax compliance, process ROEs, and handle Service Canada inquiries. Collaborate with internal and external partners to resolve payroll issues. Monitor vendor activities and reconcile payrolls. Support other teams with ancillary requirements, such as WSIB reporting. This role requires strong communication, time management, and adaptability to a global remote workforce.

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Finance, or related disciplines , or equivalent in work experience
• Minimum 5 years of payroll experience in Canada
• Minimum 5 years of experience with QC filings and process
• Minimum 5 years of ROE filing experience
• Intermediate to Advanced skill level in Excel & PowerPoint
• 2-3 years of ADP Workforce Now implementation and processing experience
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of data
• Excellent command of the English Language Required, English & French preferred
• Proficient time management skills with a strong sense of urgency
• Flexibility to manage multiple time zones and requirements for a global remote workforce
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a global mindset

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day activities and oversight of Canada payroll processing to ensure best practices aligned with Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) payroll controls
• Review and advise on Canada payroll initiatives, including vendor system configuration, payroll element requirements, and general ledger reporting
• Review and audit payroll tax compliance for Canada, including federal & provincial filing, and T4 processing
• Support annual requirements on T2200 and T4 deadlines and communication
• Process ROE using vendor platform and handle Service Canada requests & inquiries
• Serve as the team expert to assist and resolve Canada payroll matters for employees, internal and external partners, and stakeholders, collaborating with Canada payroll team members
• Monitor vendor payroll processing and compliance activities, and review outputs for completeness and accuracy
• Reconcile payrolls and communicate for Approval to the NA Manager
• Oversight & support team for delivery of data/reports to internal teams (HR, Finance, third parties, statutory) on an accurate and timely basis
• Support Accounting, HR & Benefits teams with ancillary requirements, including WSIB reporting and taxable benefit support
• Communicate regularly with the Payroll Manager about internal project updates, in-country provider service, and metrics