Analyst, Payroll and Benefits Administration

2 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada AGCO Full time

**Term**: Contract (of up to 1 year) Full-Time
**Division/Branch**: Finance and Risk Management Division / Procurement, Payroll and Administration Branch
**Application Deadline**: November 13, 2024
**Pay Level**: 9
**Pay Range**: $44.64 per hour to $55.81 per hour
**Work Location**: Head Office, Toronto, ON; Hybrid
The Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) is a regulatory agency that reports to the Ministry of the Attorney General. The AGCO is responsible for regulating the alcohol, gaming, horseracing, and cannabis retail sectors in Ontario, in accordance with the principles of honesty and integrity, and in the public interest.
The AGCO’s Procurement, Payroll and Administration Branch is looking for a seasoned Payroll and Benefits Administration Analyst (Analyst) to join their team. Reporting to the Manager, Payroll and Benefits Administration, the Analyst will ensure all payroll and benefits processing are completed timely and accurately. This includes processing payroll, payroll year-end, reconciliations, auditing and verifying payroll and benefits transactions and accounting for payroll and benefits. This position will also make recommendations on process improvement/streamlining opportunities for payroll, pension and benefits and work on special projects.
We are looking for an individual who will complement our Team and who will have the necessary technical knowledge and skills to fulfill this important role.
- A certified Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) is a must; a Certified Payroll Manager (CPM) designation is an asset.
- A university degree in Business, Accounting or related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in payroll, benefits and pension administration.
- Expert knowledge in payroll compliance and reporting in a unionized environment with defined benefit pension plans.
- Expert knowledge of legislations affecting payroll and statutory and other requirements.
- Knowledge of accounting principles, practices and procedures as related to payroll and benefits processing.
- Solid experience with preparing, reconciling and analyzing G/L payroll accounts; general understanding of forecasting and budget processes.
- Experienced with payroll year-end tax forms (T4s, T4As and T2200s) production, reconciliations and regulatory filings.
- Sound knowledge of records management principles and practices.
- Strong analytical, mathematical and problem-solving skills to investigate and resolve discrepancies in payroll.
- Excellent attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong customer service orientation with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and management, internally and externally.
- High level of discretion and the ability to maintain strict confidentiality with highly sensitive information.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

The AGCO is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer.
Disability related accommodation during the recruitment process is available upon request.



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