Payroll Specialist

Summary

Join PointClickCare's payroll team as a Payroll Specialist and contribute to the accurate and timely processing of employee payments for over 1,200 employees in Canada. This remote-friendly role involves full-cycle payroll processing using Dayforce (Ceridian Dayforce), ensuring compliance with legislation, and acting as a point of contact for employee inquiries. You will be responsible for various payroll tasks, including processing payments, auditing timecards, managing benefits deductions, and preparing year-end filings. The ideal candidate possesses strong full-cycle payroll experience with Dayforce, excellent attention to detail, and strong communication skills. PointClickCare offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in administering full cycle payroll
• Minimum of 1 year recent Dayforce (Ceridian Dayforce) experience
• Understanding of payroll practices and Canadian legislation
• Intermediate Excel skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to set priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Service-oriented with strong communication skills, both verbally and written
• Ability to work well independently, as well as in a team
• Must be able to handle confidential information in an ethical and professional manner

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process full cycle payroll and all related activities in accordance with company and regulatory requirements
• Process irregular payments including annual bonus, various leave top-ups, STD payments, salary continuance, commissions, bonuses, termination payments, and timesheet entries for overtime and on-call
• Audit employee timecards for accuracy and completeness in the time and attendance module
• Responsible for ROEs, garnishments, and employment verification requests as required
• Administer and reconcile employees’ benefits deductions and employer contributions in Dayforce
• Prepare and upload RRSP contributions files. Record the journal entries
• Communicate payroll schedules and deadlines amongst departments for necessary payroll input
• Assist with preparation and reconciliation of year-end filings including T4s, T2200s, annual EHT filing and taxable benefits
• Maintain and update payroll documentation for all workflow and system procedures necessary to support the Canadian payroll processes
• Resolve employee questions and problems regarding payroll by researching policies and procedures, and by providing answers and resolutions to any problems or concerns that arise by responding within a timely manner
• Provide feedback and suggestions on process improvements and procedures to enhance efficiency and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Post-secondary education or equivalent business experience
• Completed Payroll Compliance Professional (PCP) certification preferred
• Open to learn US payroll

Benefits

• Retirement Plan Matching
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Wellness Support Programs and Resources
• Parental & Caregiver Leaves
• Fertility & Adoption Support
• Continuous Development Support Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Allyship and Inclusion Communities
• Employee Recognition