Payroll Specialist

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Lightspeed Commerce Full time

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We're looking for a Payroll Specialist to join our Global Payroll team in Toronto. We're a team of 11 people located in NOAM, EMEA and APAC.

You will report to the Manager Payroll USA and you will be responsible for preparing bi-weekly payroll payments for 350+ employees.


What you'll be responsible for:

  • Run high volume perfect and timely on
- and off-cycle payrolls (350+)

  • Enters, maintains, and/or processes information in the payroll system; information may include employees' hourly rates, new hires, terminations, leaves, FMLSAs, changes to salaries, commissions, bonuses or other compensation, paid leave and holidays, deductions and withholding, etc.
  • Oversee and ensure the accuracy of the calculation of wages, tax, withholding, and deductions associated with payroll
  • Administrate Group insurance and 401(k) Pension plans. Reconcile employee insurance benefits on a regular basis
  • Conduct Year End. Reconcile Quarterly / Year End reports. Issue W2s.
  • Perform reconciliation of States, Local, Federal Taxes on a regular basis
  • Act as a primary payroll contact, working crossfunctionally with other departments and business units to discuss potential issues, impacts, and solutions as they relate to payroll processing, accounting and/or tax.
  • Respond to employee inquiries regarding payroll and resolve problems on a timely basis.
  • Research and troubleshoot any/all payroll related inquiries.
  • Perform research on tax regulations on an ongoing basis and implement all tax law changes in accordance with governing laws and regulation.
  • Collaborate with HR, Finance, Tax and Legal, as required, for all GL and financial accounting reporting matters
  • Assist in audit operations
  • Perform other related duties as assigned

What you'll bring to the team:

  • Experience in preparing the payrolls in a multi-states' environment
  • Knowledge of US labor standards and rules related to payroll regulations and compliance
  • Solid understanding of the entire payroll process including group insurance benefits (Health, Dental, FSA, HAS, etc.) and 401(k) plan
  • Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office suite, advanced Excel is a must, Google Docs.
  • Maintain a high level of confidentiality and integrity to ensure confidence and protection of the payroll operations and information
  • Exceptional time management skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, with mínimal supervision

Even better if you have, but not necessary:

  • Experience in working with Workday Payroll is an asset
We know that people are more than what's on their CV. If you're unsure that you have the right profile for the role... hit the 'Apply' button and give it a try

What's in it for you?
Come live the Lightspeed experience...

  • Ability to do your job in a truly flexible environment;
  • Genuine career opportunities in a company that's creating new jobs everyday;
  • Work in a team big enough for growth but lean enough to make a real impact.
and enjoy a range of benefits that'll keep you happy, healthy and (not) hungry:

  • Lightspeed RSU program (we are all owners)
  • Unlimited paid time off policy
  • Flexible working policy
  • Health insurance
  • Health and wellness benefits
  • Paid leave assistance for new parents
  • Linkedin learning
  • Volunteer day
    Where to from here?

Obviously, this has to be mutually beneficial: we want you to step into a role you love, and we want to offer you a place you're proud to come to every day.

For a glimpse into our world check out our career page here.

Lightspeed is building communities through commerce, and we need people from all backgrounds and lived experiences to do that.

We were founded in 2005, in Montreal's gay village and our original members were all part of the LGBTQ+ community.

The ethos of our business has been about inclusion from the very beginning, and we strive to provide a workplace where everyone belongs.


Who we are:


Powering the businesses that are the backbone of the global economy, Lightspeed's one-stop commerce platform helps merchants innovate to simplify, scale, and provide exceptional customer experiences.

Our cloud commerce solution transforms and unifies online and physical operations, multichannel sales, expansion to new locations, global payments, financial solutions, and connection to supplier networks.


  • Founded in Montréal, Canada in 2005, Lightspeed is duallisted on the New York Stock Exchange (

NYSE:
LSPD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (

TSX:
LSPD).

With teams across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific, the company serves retail, hospitality, and golf businesses in over 100 countries.

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